Wellesley public meetings in 2023

Wellesley Housing Authority

The Board will review financial reports, including December bill payments and November financial statements. The meeting includes a decision regarding the #324106 Siding Replacement Utility Rms. & Metal Doors project.

• Approval of December Bill Payments/Warrant Resolution #2023-74
• Reject lowest bidder, Northeast Construction for siding and door project (Resolution #2023-75)
• Approve second lowest bidder, New Kappa City for siding and door project (Resolution #2023-76)

Wetlands Protection Committee

The committee will review several permit applications and administrative approvals regarding wetland impacts. Discussions include a proposed 42-unit building on Worcester Road and invasive species control at Sabrina Lake. The agenda also includes addressing unpermitted clearing and filling at 91 Old Colony Rd.

• Proposed 42-unit building at 489 Worcester Rd/14 Cliff Rd
• Notice of Violation for unpermitted clearing at 91 Old Colony Rd
• Request to add a 2,500-sf home at 21 Pine Ridge Rd
• Resurfacing tennis courts at 389 Washington St
• New pool and spa construction at 190 Winding River Rd

School Committee

The School Committee is conducting a review of the FY25 Wellesley Public Schools operating budget. The session includes specific reviews for Preschool at Wellesley Schools (PAWS) and Student Services.

• FY25 WPS Operating Budget Review: Preschool at Wellesley Schools (PAWS) & Student Services
• FY25 WPS Operating Budget General Review

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will review minutes, vouchers, and cash reconciliations. The board will also recognize several new members across various departments.

• Approval of November 28, 2023 minutes
• Recognition of seven new members including staff in Police, DPW, and Schools
• Executive Session regarding an Accidental Disability Application for Stephen Melia

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission will discuss the FY25-30 Capital Plan and provide feedback on the Morses Pond design. The agenda also includes a wetlands appointment for Eben Scanlon and updates regarding flooding at Town Forest.

• Discussion of FY25-30 Capital Plan
• Wetlands appointment for Eben Scanlon
• Feedback on Morses Pond design
• Update on Morses Pond invasives proposal
• Discussion regarding flooding at Town Forest

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review financial reports including gift acceptance and the Campana Fund distribution. The meeting includes discussions on program guidelines and a FY25 budget update. Several items, such as the FY24 EOEA budget request, are scheduled for a vote.

• Campana Fund distribution to COA (VOTE)
• FY24 EOEA Budget Request (VOTE)
• Director of Senior Services FY24 Goals (VOTE)
• Strategic Plan Update - SOAR (VOTE)
• FY24 Vice Chair Nomination (VOTE)

School Committee

The School Committee is conducting a review of the FY25 Wellesley Public Schools operating budget. The sessions cover staffing, central office, K-12, capital, and individual school budgets.

• FY25 WPS Operating Budget Review: Staffing, Central Office, K-12, and Capital
• FY25 WPS Operating Budget Review: Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a special sign permit for Bank of America at 342 Washington Street and a large house review for 18 Winslow Road. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• Special sign permit for Bank of America at 342 Washington Street
• Large house review for 18 Winslow Road

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss and vote on previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes an executive session to consider the release of several sets of minutes from 2023.

• Vote on meeting minutes
• Executive session to approve and consider release of January through October 2023 executive session minutes

School Committee

The Wellesley School Committee will review reports from the Superintendent and Student Advisory Representatives. The committee also plans to approve meeting minutes from December 12, 2023, and hold a discussion and vote on the 2024-25 academic calendar.

• Discussion/vote on the 2024-25 Academic Calendar
• Approval of School Committee Meeting Minutes from 12-12-23
• Reports from the Superintendent and Student Advisory Representatives

Human Resources Board

The Wellesley Human Resources Board is reviewing employment actions, including a request to hire an above-grade position in Information Technology and updates to the Finance Director job description. Members will also discuss placing a placeholder on the Annual Town Meeting warrant regarding a change to the HR Director’s reporting structure. The meeting concludes with approvals for minutes and a ratification list before citizen speak.

• Request to hire an above-grade position in Information Technology
• Request to establish a new position for BOS
• Approval of updates to the Finance Director position description
• Discussion of a warrant placeholder modifying the HR Director reporting structure
• Approval of meeting minutes and ratification list

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will consider appointing Powers & Sullivan as independent auditors. The meeting also includes the final approval of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and a review of the management letter from Powers & Sullivan.

• Appointment of Powers & Sullivan as Independent Auditors
• Final Approval of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Management Letter Review-Powers & Sullivan
• Attendance at Select Board Meeting

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board will discuss the termination of Cataldo Ambulance and a contract with Coastal Ambulance. The meeting includes a public hearing for a location grant for Cambridge Network Solutions at Wellesley Avenue and Ardmore/Forest Street. Additionally, the board will review financial reserve policies and prepare for the Annual Town Meeting.

• Notice of Termination Cataldo Ambulance
• Coastal Ambulance Contract
• Grant of Location for Cambridge Network Solutions
• Financial Reserve Policy updates
• FY25 Budget Update

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will hold an executive session. The purpose of this session is to negotiate a contract with a candidate for the position of Director of the Wellesley Municipal Light Plant.

• Executive session to negotiate a contract with a candidate for Director of the Wellesley Municipal Light Plant

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review bond releases, several ATM articles, and Zoning Board of Appeal cases. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the FY2025 operating budget.

• Bond release for 37 Ravine Road (LHR-18-13)
• Bond release for 159 Dover Road (LHR-21-12)
• Zoning amendments regarding yard regulations and minor construction projects
• MBTA Community Zoning discussion
• Housing discussions for 192-194 Worcester & 150 Cedar and 200 Pond Senior Housing Project

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss and vote on previous meeting minutes. The board will also hold an executive session regarding the approval and release of several 2023 executive session minutes.

• Vote on meeting minutes
• Review and release of 14 specific Executive Session minutes from January through October 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will vote on the decision and conditions for Site Plan Approval at 106 Central Street. This item concerns the Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center.

• Vote approval of decision and conditions for Site Plan Approval for Wellesley College at 106 Central Street

Trails Committee

The Trails Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss the North Forty. The committee intends to finalize a statement regarding the protection of this area.

• Finalize statement on protecting the North Forty

School Councils

The provided document contains only a standard public meeting notice template and does not list any specific topics, discussions, or decisions for the School Councils.

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will review the results of the Director Search Committee process. The board is also scheduled to conduct an interview with candidate David Wood.

• Review of Director Search Committee process and results
• Interview of director candidate David Wood

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee will discuss a CPA request from the Wellesley Historical Society and the North 40 Conservation Restriction. The meeting also includes an update on the Morses Pond Bathhouse and Beachfront Project.

• Wellesley Historical Society CPA Request discussion
• North 40 Conservation Restriction discussion
• Morses Pond Bathhouse and Beachfront Project update

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee will discuss a CPA request from the Wellesley Historical Society and the North 40 Conservation Restriction. The meeting also includes an update on the Morses Pond Bathhouse and Beachfront Project.

• Wellesley Historical Society CPA Request discussion
• North 40 Conservation Restriction discussion
• Morses Pond Bathhouse and Beachfront Project update

Affordable Housing Trust (formerly WHDC)

The Board of Directors will discuss the 156 Weston Road Project and an Affordable Housing Trust warrant article. The meeting also includes a vote on previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of 156 Weston Road Project
• Discussion of Affordable Housing Trust Warrant Article
• Vote on meeting minutes

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold an advisory meeting to present the FY25 library budget. The agenda also includes new business and topics not anticipated by the Chair.

• Presentation of the FY25 Library Budget

School Committee

The School Committee will review the FY25 Operating & Capital Budget presentation. Members will also discuss potential 2024 Town Meeting articles and the 2024-25 academic calendar.

• FY25 Operating & Capital Budget Presentation
• Discussion/Vote: Potential 2024 ATM Articles
• Discussion/Vote: 2024-25 Academic Calendar
• Acceptance: Gift of Gaga Pit - Fiske Elementary School

School Councils

The Wellesley High School Council will meet to approve November 2023 minutes and review the rotation of constituency reports. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a translation page on the WHS website and community guidelines for productive communication.

• Approval of November 2023 minutes
• Review of WHS website translation page
• Review of rotation of constituency reports
• WHS Community Guidelines for Productive Communication

School Councils

The School Council will meet at the WMS Library to approve minutes from the October 24 meeting. The agenda includes an update on the School Improvement Plan and presentations regarding internet, technology, safety, and education.

• Approval of October 24, 2023 minutes
• School Improvement Plan Update
• Presentations on Internet/Technology, Safety, and Education

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss various department budget submittals. The discussion includes several municipal departments such as Police, Fire, and Facilities Management.

• Police Department – Traffic & Parking
• Fire Department
• Council on Aging
• Information Technology
• Climate Action Committee

Miscellaneous Committees

The Commission will discuss upcoming elections and scheduling for Spring 2024. The meeting includes updates on the new commissioner applicant pool and reports from various chairs.

• Review of new Commissioner applicant rankings
• Discussion of Spring 2024 meeting schedule
• Review of Commission By Laws

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings regarding preservation determinations and waivers. The meeting also includes a discussion of the plaque program and Mulcahy Farm plaque language.

• Preservation Determination: 10 Ingersoll Road (DR-2023-60)
• Waiver: 18 Old Colony Road (DR-2023-44)
• Waiver continued: 21 Fuller Brook Road (DR-2023-38)
• Plaque Program Update
• Mulcahy Farm Plaque Language discussion

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold public hearings regarding building preservation and demolition delays. The commission is reviewing whether 10 Ingersoll Road should be preserved and considering a reduction of the delay period for 18 Old Colony Road.

• Preservation determination review for 10 Ingersoll Road
• Demolition delay period reduction request for 18 Old Colony Road

Board of Public Works

The Board is reviewing several versions of the FY 2025 budgets for DPW, Water & Sewer, and Stormwater. The meeting includes contract awards for High School Track & Field Phase 2 and discussions regarding zero-emission vehicles and PFAS.

• Contract Award — Concrete Restroom & Concession Structure for High School Track & Field Phase 2
• Contract Award — Sports Lighting Equipment for the High School Track & Field Phase 2 Project
• Contract Award — Winter De-Icing Liquids
• FY 2025 DPW Tax Impact Capital Budget V3
• FY 2025 DPW Tax Impact Operating Budget V3

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging is conducting a board retreat at the Tolles Parsons Center. The session includes votes on the organization's mission, vision, and value statements, as well as setting FY24 goals for the COA Director.

• Review and revise COA Mission Statement (VOTE)
• Develop COA Vision Statement (VOTE)
• Develop COA Value Statement (VOTE)
• Discuss Strategic Plan next steps and timeline
• Set FY24 Board Goals for COA Director (VOTE)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees is reviewing drafts for the FY25 budget, narrative, and holiday schedule. The agenda also includes discussions on patron conduct policies and a library roof RFP and lease.

• FY25 budget and narrative drafts
• Draft patron rules of conduct and security camera policies
• Library roof RFP and lease
• FY25 holiday schedule draft

Miscellaneous Committees

The West Suburban Health Group Board will meet via remote participation to review financial performance and upcoming rates. The agenda includes a review of the FY25 preliminary rate analysis and requests for proposals regarding consulting services.

• Review of FY23 Performance vs. Expectations
• Request for Proposals for consulting services review and analysis
• Preliminary analysis of FY25 rates
• Pinnacle Care Review
• Board and Steering Committee Vacancies

Board of Health

The Wellesley Board of Health will hold a budget discussion during this meeting. The agenda also includes reports from the Chair, Director, and Nurse Supervisor.

• Budget discussion
• Chair report
• Director report
• Nurse supervisor report

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission will attend a community forum regarding the Town Athletic Fields. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM via Zoom.

• Community Forum on Town Athletic Fields

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct several public hearings regarding various properties in Wellesley. The agenda includes multiple requests involving Linden Street, Washington Street, and other residential addresses.

• ZBA 2023-61: WBA Linden LLC at 141 Linden Street (HYP Studio)
• ZBA 2023-62: FR Linden Square, Inc. at 185 Linden Street (Qdoba)
• ZBA 2023-63: FR Linden Square, Inc. at 182 Linden Street (Citizens)
• ZBA 2023-64: Unitarian Society of Wellesley Hills at 309 Washington Street (Farmers Market)
• ZBA 2023-65 through ZBA 2023-68: Various residential property hearings

Playing Fields Task Force

The Playing Fields Task Force will participate in a community forum regarding the town's athletic fields. No other specific business is listed for this meeting.

• Community Forum on Town Athletic Fields

Wetlands Protection Committee

The Wetlands Protection Committee is reviewing several development applications, including a 42-unit building and a new single-family home. The meeting also addresses enforcement orders and potential new wetland resource areas.

• Proposed 42-unit building and redevelopment at 489 Worcester Rd/14 Cliff Rd
• New 2,500-sf single-family home construction at 21 Pine Ridge Rd
• Notice of violation at 27 Brook St – Cameron St
• Enforcement order for bittersweet removal at 58 Russell Rd
• Plan to replace gravel path with asphalt at 27 Brook St/Brook Path

School Councils

The provided document contains only a standard public meeting notice template and does not list any specific topics, discussions, or decisions for the School Council.

Select Board

The Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss various town policies. Discussion topics include financial policies, policy structure and codification, and a timeline for reviewing policies.

• Discussion of financial policies
• Discussion of policy structure and codification
• Review of timeline for reviewing policies

Municipal Light Board

The Wellesley Municipal Light Board will meet remotely on December 6, 2023, to conduct an executive session regarding a director search. Members will review received applicants and plan next steps for posting the position. This hiring process determines who will oversee municipal light operations.

• Executive session to review applicants for a Municipal Light Board director role
• Planning next steps for posting the open director position
• Remote meeting via Zoom (access requires prior email request)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider multiple applications for sign permits and minor construction. The board will also review minutes from October meetings and discuss design guidelines.

• Special sign permit: 29 - 35 Washington Street (Equity Industrial Partners/Mike Hoban)
• Sign permit: 230 Worcester Street (Atrius Health)
• Sign permit: 65 Walnut Street (Mass General Brigham)
• Special sign permit: 342 Washington Street (Bank of America)
• Sign permit: 190 Linden Street (The Cottage) and minor construction at 141 Linden Street (WBA Linden, LLC)

Miscellaneous Committees

The MBTA Advisory Board will discuss updates regarding MBTA bus, subway, ferry, and commuter rail operations. The board will also review the minutes from the July 18, 2023 meeting and receive a preview of 2024.

• Update on MBTA bus, subway, ferry, and commuter rail operations
• Action on July 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• MPO Designation letter notification
• 2024 preview

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will hold a meeting with the Select Board. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the FY24 Tax Classification Public Hearing.

• FY24 Tax Classification Public Hearing presentation to the Select Board

Select Board

The Select Board will conduct a public hearing and vote on whether to use a single or split tax rate for fiscal year 2024. The board also plans to vote on promoting Firefighter Jared O’Neill to Lieutenant and approving an easement relocation at 14 Monadnock Road. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions regarding potential warrant articles for the 2024 Annual Town Meeting.

• Public hearing and vote on FY24 tax classification
• Promotion of Firefighter Jared O’Neill to Lieutenant
• Abandonment and relocation of drainage easement at 14 Monadnock Road
• Appointment of Dolores Hamilton as West Suburban Health Group alternate member
• Discussion of potential 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss the FY2025 operating budget and several ATM articles. The meeting includes updates on the 192-194 Worcester Street/150 Cedar Street project and reviews of large houses and Zoning Board of Appeal cases.

• 192-194 Worcester Street/150 Cedar Street Project Update
• Large House Review: 35 Rice Street (LHR-20-05)
• Large House Review: 20 Old Farm Road (LHR-18-07)
• Eight Zoning Board of Appeal cases including 141 Linden Street and 31 Oak Street
• Discussion of FY2025 Operating Budget

School Councils

The Sprague Elementary School Council will meet to discuss its shared vision for the 2023-2024 school year. The agenda includes a review of what the School Council is and an opportunity for input.

• Discussion of 2023-2024 shared vision
• Member welcome and council overview

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will discuss the FY25 budget request and various climate initiatives. The agenda includes discussions on legislative priorities, energy coaching, and project updates.

• CAC FY25 Budget Request
• Climate Leader Communities application
• Climate Action Campaign
• Legislative priorities
• Energy coaching

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will review the FY25 operating budget drafts, including cybersecurity and custodial positions. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the Annual Town Meeting article concerning the Director's contract and salary.

• FY25 Operating Budget drafts (including Cybersecurity and Custodial Position)
• Annual Town Meeting Article: Trustees set Director’s salary in contract

Select Board

The Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss an abbreviated code of conduct policy intended for sharing with appointed and other boards. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion of abbreviated code of conduct policy

Miscellaneous Committees

The committee will review the FY 2025 WSVD budget, including town invoicing procedures. Members will also discuss updates to job descriptions and salaries.

• FY 2025 WSVD Budget discussion
• Town invoicing procedures
• Job descriptions and salary updates
• Approval of March 2023 and September 2023 meeting minutes

Wellesley Housing Authority

The board will discuss using the Barton Road Community Room as an early voting site. Members are also set to vote on several contracts for electrical upgrades, stair replacements, and tree removal. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of financial reports and budget revisions.

• $500,000 contract with EOHLC for electrical upgrades and maintenance
• $60,000 contract with EOHLC for stair replacement at 50 Waldo Court
• $868,229 amendment to the Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) 5001
• $29,931 contract with Favreau Forestry for tree removal at Barton Road
• Discussion of an early voting in-person site at Barton Road

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The commission will receive updates on Morses Pond management, including invasive species and design studies. Members will also discuss the Capital Plan and a possible vote on the FY25 Operating Budget.

• Morses Pond Management Review Update
• Invasive Species Management Options
• Morses Pond Feasibility & Design Study
• FY25 Operating Budget discussion and possible vote
• Capital Plan discussion

Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive updates on the Morses Pond Management program and the status of the Beach Renovation project. Members will also discuss invasive species management strategies and a potential citizen petition regarding Harvesters storage.

• Morses Pond Management program update
• Invasive species management strategy discussion
• Beach Renovation project status update
• Potential citizen petition for Harvesters storage

Municipal Light Board

The board will review August 2023 financial results and fiscal year-to-date statements. Discussion items include the FY2025 through FY2029 Capital Plan and a zero-emission vehicle fleet policy.

• Awarding Single Phase Padmount Transformers bid (Specification 24E-80-206)
• Review of the FY2025 through FY2029 Capital Plan
• Review of the Zero-Emission-Vehicle-First Fleet Policy
• Review of August 2023 financial results and FY2024 year-to-date statements

Miscellaneous Committees

The West Suburban Health Group Board will meet via remote participation. The board is scheduled to review and act on a recommendation for a Request for Proposal document regarding a comprehensive study of the group.

• Review and action on a Request for Proposal for a comprehensive study of the West Suburban Health Group

School Committee

The Wellesley School Committee will review reports from the Superintendent and Student Advisory Representatives. The committee is scheduled to vote on the Star Academy action item, school improvement plans for WMS/WHS, and the WHS Program of Studies. Members will also discuss the 2024-25 academic calendar.

• Vote: Star Academy Action Item
• Vote: School Improvement Plans (WMS/WHS)
• Vote: WHS Program of Studies
• Discussion: 2024-25 Academic Calendar
• Approval of November 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will meet to discuss the search for a new Director. During an executive session, the board will review applicants received and strategize next steps for posting the position.

• Review of applicants received for the Director position
• Strategy for next steps regarding the position posting

Retirement Board

The board will conduct interviews for the Fifth Member position with three candidates. A hearing will be held regarding a proposed electronic signature policy. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, vouchers, and updates on new members and retirees.

• Interviews for Fifth Member: Ed Heilbron, William Lawrence, and Edward Spellman
• Hearing on proposed electronic signature policy
• Approval of October 31, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of recent retirees, new members, and deaths
• Executive session regarding accidental disability applications

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging is meeting to discuss and vote on the draft operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2025. The agenda also includes a period for citizen comments regarding non-agenda items.

• FY25 COA Draft Operating Budget
• FY25 COA Draft Capital Budget
• FY25 COA Draft Budget Narrative

School Councils

The Bates School Council will meet at the Principal’s Office to discuss the school improvement plan, budget updates, and school safety. The meeting is scheduled for November 28, 2023.

• School Improvement Plan discussion
• Budget update
• School Safety discussion

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet in executive session to discuss a pending appeal at the Appellate Tax Board (ATB). The discussion involves potential litigation regarding 37 Central St.

• Appellate Tax Board appeal for 37 Central St

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss opening the 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant and a potential new Transportation and Mobility Manager position. The board also plans to vote on several administrative items, including DPW grant authorization and firefighter candidates. Additionally, updates on the 2024 election and local housing rents will be addressed.

• Authorization for DPW Water Service Line inventory grant application
• $3,495 contract for Baumann and Baumann CPA services
• Appointment of Cheryl Minde as a School Crossing Guard
• Discussion of annual rents for Waterstone at Wellesley at 27 Washington Street
• Review of the 2024 Annual Town Meeting warrant and potential articles

Select Board

The Select Board will hold a public meeting including a Citizen Speak period. The Board will also enter an executive session to discuss strategy related to PFAS litigation.

• Executive Session to discuss strategy regarding PFAS litigation

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board is meeting to review applicants received for a leadership position. The board will also strategize next steps for posting the position.

• Review of employment applicants
• Strategy for job posting

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider an award of contract for the High School Track & Field Phase 2 project. This item includes work on a concession/restroom building and sports lighting and audio-visual systems.

• Award of Contract #23C-410-1706: High School Track & Field Phase 2 — Restroom Building, Concession/Restroom Building, Sports Lighting and Audio-Visual System Project

Recreation Commission

The Commission will review the 2025 Operating Budget and Capital Budget. The agenda also includes progress updates on the Morses Pond Project, a pickleball study, and Hunnewell tennis lights.

• 2025 Operating Budget
• 2025 Capital Budget
• Morses Pond Project update
• Pickleball Study update
• Hunnewell Tennis lights

Trails Committee

The Trails Committee will review progress on the Centennial Reservation and North 40 projects. The agenda includes discussions regarding Fuller Brook Gate House signs and QR codes for map houses. Members will also address trail monitoring, maintenance, and fall walk wrap-ups.

• Centennial Reservation updates
• Fuller Brook Gate House signs
• North 40 updates
• QR codes for map houses
• Trail monitoring and maintenance

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss the FY2025 Capital Budget and conduct several Large House Reviews. The meeting also includes an interview for a Design Review Board alternate member and updates on 489 Worcester Street.

• Interview for Design Review Board Alternate Member: Tong Su
• Large House Review (LHR-23-05): 42 Oak Street
• Large House Review (LHR-20-05): 35 Rice Street Major Modification
• Large House Review (LHR-18-07): 20 Old Farm Road Major Modification
• Discussion and Approval of FY2025 Capital Budget

Historical Commission

The Wellesley Historical Commission Plaque Program Subcommittee will discuss the current status of its plaque program and review profiles for creating new historical markers that identify local sites for public viewing. Members will also discuss migrating the commission’s website to a new platform. No final approvals or funding decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discuss current status of the Plaque Program
• Review and potentially approve profiles for plaque creation
• Discuss migration of the Wellesley Historical Commission website
• Allow time for citizen speak

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss several policy areas, including financial and appointments policies. The committee will also review an abbreviated code of conduct policy and discuss policy structure. A vote on previous minutes is scheduled.

• Discussion of financial policies
• Review of appointments policy feedback
• Abbreviated code of conduct policy
• Policy structure and codification
• Vote on meeting minutes

Playing Fields Task Force

The task force is reviewing field applications and a Field Utilization Study Report. The agenda also includes project updates for WHS Track and Field and Sprague Bathrooms.

• Field Applications
• Field Utilization Study Report
• WHS Track and Field project update
• Sprague Bathrooms project update

Human Resources Board

The Human Resources Board will consider requests for job re-classifications in Planning and the West Suburban Veterans District. The meeting also includes an update on the HR Director hiring process.

• Re-classification and title change request for Planning
• Re-classification requests for West Suburban Veterans District
• SIR transfers for Planning, IT, and HR Director positions
• Update on the HR Director hiring process
• Approval of ratification list and minutes

Board of Health

This agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and routine administrative reports. No specific public hearings, contracts, or ordinances are listed for this meeting.

• Chair Report
• Director Report
• Nurse Supervisor Report
• Administration

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The commission will discuss the FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan. The meeting includes a continued tree hearing regarding white pines at 1 Mayo Road and 428 Weston Road, as well as a discussion on sound policy.

• FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan discussion
• Tree Hearing: 1 Mayo Road (32” White Pine)
• Tree Hearing: 428 Weston Road (38” White Pine)
• Sound Policy discussion
• Director's Report on project updates and permit requests

Wetlands Protection Committee

The committee will hold public hearings on several Notices of Intent regarding construction and land use in wetland buffer zones. Items include residential expansions, new home construction, and a 42-unit building redevelopment. A notice of potential vegetation management violation at 24 Paine St is also scheduled for review.

• Notice of potential vegetation management violation at 24 Paine St
• Proposed 42-unit building redevelopment at 489 Worcester Rd/14 Cliff Rd
• Construction of a new 2,500-sf home at 21 Pine Ridge Rd
• Proposal to raze one single-family home for two at 100 Wellesley Av
• Invasive aquatic species control in Sabrina Lake

Council on Aging

The Council will review FY23 year-end and FY24 quarterly budgets, as well as EOEA budget expenditure requests. The meeting includes discussions on the newsletter, strategic plan, and building updates regarding the TPC kitchen and restroom door openers.

• FY23 Operating/Capital Year end review
• FY24 Operating Quarterly budget review
• EOEA budget expenditure request
• TPC Kitchen presentation
• Restroom door opener replacement

Affordable Housing Trust (formerly WHDC)

The Board of Directors will discuss the 156 Weston Road Project and the Affordable Housing Trust. The board is also scheduled to vote on a Tax Preparation Contract.

• Discussion of 156 Weston Road Project
• Discussion of Affordable Housing Trust
• Vote on Tax Preparation Contract

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget request. The agenda also includes a period for citizens to speak.

• CAC FY25 Budget Request

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will meet to discuss the process for reviewing candidates for the Director position. The board also intends to review applicants received for the role during an executive session.

• Discussion of the process for reviewing applicants for the Director position
• Review of applicants received for the Director position

Historical Commission

The Wellesley Historical Commission will hold public hearings regarding preservation determinations and property waivers. The agenda also includes the Plaque Program Update and Denton Road Neighborhood Conservation District re-appointments.

• Preservation determination for 25 Shaw Road (Partial Demolition)
• Preservation determination for 38 Parker Road
• Waivers for Boulder Brook Road, Kingsbury Street, and Oakencroft Road properties
• Denton Road Neighborhood Conservation District re-appointments

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold public hearings regarding several residential properties. The commission will consider preservation determinations for two buildings and a reduction of the demolition delay period for three others.

• Preservation determination for 25 Shaw Road
• Preservation determination for 38 Parker Road
• Delay period reduction for 21 Fuller Brook Road
• Delay period reduction for 32 Kingsbury Street
• Delay period reduction for 14 Oakencroft Road

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct an interview with prospective member Tong Su. The board is also reviewing applications for special sign permits, a retaining wall, and minor construction.

• Special Sign Permit: 29 - 35 Washington Street
• Special Sign Permit: S 32 Church Street (Lacrosse Unlimited)
• Retaining Wall: 10 Longfellow Road
• Minor Construction: 112 Worcester Street (Roof Deck)

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss the Star Academy proposal, school improvement plans, and the future of the preschool program. Members are scheduled to vote on the 2024-25 Middle and High School Program of Studies and the WPS Strategic Plan.

• Vote: 2024-25 MS and HS Program of Studies
• Vote: WPS Strategic Plan
• Discussion: Star Academy Proposal
• Discussion: Future of Preschool Program Initiative
• Discussion: School Improvement Plans (PAWS/ES)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review several versions of the FY 2025 budgets, including tax impact, water and sewer, and stormwater budgets. Discussion items include PFAS updates, a drainage easement at 14 Monadnock Road, and rooftop solar.

• Contract Award — Sodium Chloride (Road Salt & Solar Salt)
• Abandonment & Relocation of Drainage Easement: 14 Monadnock Road
• FY 2025 DPW Tax Impact Capital Budget v2
• FY 2025 DPW Tax Impact Operating Budget v2
• FY 2025 W&S Budgets v2 and Stormwater Budget v2

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will conduct a remote meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness for 29 Cottage Street. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 29 Cottage Street (HDC-23-04)
• Approval of minutes from 10/11/22, 8/1/23, and 9/5/23

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing regarding application HDC-23-04. The applicant proposes to expand the second floor and enclose a covered porch to extend the kitchen at 29 Cottage Street.

• Public hearing for 29 Cottage Street renovation
• Proposed expansion of second floor and enclosure of covered porch

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss potential litigation regarding pending Appellate Tax Board appeals. These discussions are scheduled to take place in Executive Session.

• 37 Central St – hearing date 12/14/23
• 73-77 Central and 95-101 Central St – hearing date 11/16/23

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss the Facilities Management Department FY25 Capital Budget Presentation. The board is also scheduled to vote on a conservation recommendation for the North 40 and a regulatory agreement for Terrazza at 100 Linden Street.

• Conservation recommendation for the North 40
• Regulatory agreement for Terrazza, 100 Linden Street
• Facilities Management Department FY25 Capital Budget Presentation
• Vote on Select Board FY23 Annual Report

Select Board

The Select Board is holding a retreat at the DPW Training Room. The session includes discussions regarding meeting norms, progress on the FY24 Work Plan, and a housing project evaluation exercise.

• Discussion of Meeting Norms
• Review of FY24 Work Plan progress
• Housing Project Evaluation Exercise

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to review and discuss the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) provided by Powers & Sullivan. The meeting also includes a management letter review and an update from management.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) discussion and approval
• Management Letter review by Powers & Sullivan

Board of Library Trustees

The Wellesley Board of Library Trustees will review the FY25 budget draft and capital requests. The agenda includes discussions on updates to library conduct policies, cybersecurity, and the Enhanced Patio Project. The board will also address the library roof RFP and lease.

• FY25 Budget Draft and Capital Request
• Updates to Fines, Fees, and Rules of Conduct
• Enhanced Patio Project
• Library Roof RFP and Lease
• Cyber Security & Multifactor Authentication

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will receive updates regarding the strategy and status of the search for a new Director. Chair Scott Bender will also provide information on the status of an interim position.

• Director search committee strategy and status update
• Interim Director search status update

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will meet to discuss the process for reviewing applicants for the Director position. The board also plans to review applicants that have been received.

• Discussion of the process for reviewing applicants for the Director position
• Review of applicants received for the Director position

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss a request from the Wellesley Historical Society. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the North 40 Conservation Restriction.

• Wellesley Historical Society CPA Request discussion
• North 40 Conservation Restriction discussion

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will conduct a Special Town Meeting regarding library business. The agenda includes preparation for the Special Town Meeting and new business.

• Special Town Meeting Prep

School Councils

The Schofield Site Council is meeting to discuss council leadership and bylaws. The agenda also includes a review of draft calendars for the 2024-2025 school year and an update on the FY24 budget.

• Co-chair and Bylaws
• 2024-2025 School Year Calendar drafts
• FY'24 Budget Update

School Councils

The School Council will review the October 2023 minutes and the school implementation plan. Members will also discuss proposed changes to level change guidelines in the student handbook and options for the 2024-2025 December holiday academic calendar.

• Approval of October 2023 School Council Minutes
• Proposed changes to Student Handbook Level Change Guidelines
• Discussion of Academic Calendar 2024-2025 December Holiday Options
• Review of School Implementation Plan

Select Board

The Select Board is meeting to vote on issuing an RFP for municipal solar roof leases and hiring special counsel for the HR Department. The agenda also includes discussions regarding appointment policy and Special Town Meeting preparation.

• Issuance of an RFP to lease municipal roofs for solar
• Hiring special counsel for the HR Department
• Discussion of appointment policy
• Special Town Meeting preparation

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees met for a special meeting focused on preparation for the Special Town Meeting. The agenda consists only of procedural items and preparation for town business.

• Special Town Meeting Prep

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss a revised appointment policy and prepare for an upcoming Special Town Meeting. The agenda includes votes on the assignment of the Cochituate Aqueduct lease and a contract for Assistant Fire Chief Nat Brady.

• Assignment of Cochituate Aqueduct Lease for 366 Washington Street
• Contract for Assistant Fire Chief Nat Brady
• Discussion of Revised Appointment Policy (First Read)
• Special Town Meeting Preparation

Climate Action Committee

The committee will review lessons from networked geothermal exploration and preview the "Climate Action – Be part of it!" campaign. The agenda also includes discussion regarding the FY25 budget request and Special Town Meeting 2023 Article 15.

• Review of networked geothermal exploration lessons
• Preview of 'Climate Action – Be part of it!' campaign
• Discussion of CAC FY25 Budget Request
• Discussion regarding Special Town Meeting 2023 Article 15

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Commission will review the draft FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan, including Morses Pond. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding several trees and appointments for Wetlands Protection and Trails.

• Draft FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan (NRC and Morses Pond)
• Tree Hearing: 12 specific tree specimens at various addresses
• Appointment of Doug Hersh to Wetlands Protection
• Appointment of Ezra Englebardt to Trails
• Discussion regarding 125 Oakland St.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellesley Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on November 2, 2023. The agenda includes continuances for projects at 74 Central Street and 300 Wellesley Avenue, as well as new items for Appleby Road and Cottage Street.

• ZBA 2023-55: Linear Retail Wellesley #1 LLC (Shake Shack) at 74 Central Street
• ZBA 2023-52: Wellesley Country Club at 300 Wellesley Avenue
• ZBA 2023-59: Public hearing for 36 Appleby Road
• ZBA 2023-60: Public hearing for 42 Cottage Street
• ZBA 2023-54: Wellesley Historical Society, Inc. at 323 Washington Street

Wetlands Protection Committee

The committee will review several Notice of Intentions (NOI) and Requests for Determination of Applicability (RDA). Discussion includes single-family home constructions, tree removals, and invasive species control at Sabrina Lake.

• 44 Carver Rd: remove one dead sugar maple tree
• 21 Pine Ridge Rd: demolish garage/sheds and build 2,500-sf single-family home
• 489 Worcester Rd/14 Cliff Rd: construct 42-unit building and redevelop two existing buildings
• Sabrina Lake: control invasive aquatic species in pond
• 80 Carisbrooke Rd: construct swimming pool within Buffer Zone

Affordable Housing Trust (formerly WHDC)

The Board of Directors will meet to discuss the 156 Weston Road Project and the Affordable Housing Trust. The board will also vote on meeting minutes.

• Vote on meeting minutes
• Discussion of 156 Weston Road Project
• Discussion of Affordable Housing Trust

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss the 2024-25 Middle and High School Program of Studies and review the October 1, 2023 enrollment report. The committee is also scheduled to vote on FY25 budget guidelines and District/Superintendent goals.

• Vote on FY25 Budget Guidelines
• Discussion of 2024-25 MS and HS Program of Studies
• Review of October 1, 2023 enrollment report
• Vote on District/Superintendent goals
• Approval of October 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board will review proposed residential property values for Fiscal Year 2024. Additionally, the Board will meet in Executive Session to discuss pending litigation regarding property tax appeals at the Appellate Tax Board.

• FY24 Proposed Residential Values
• Status Hearing: 694 Worcester Street
• Status Hearing: 73-77 Central and 95-101 Central St

Retirement Board

The Wellesley Retirement Board will review financial vouchers and recent PERAC memos. The board plans to interview Sean Chen for a fifth member position and discuss the impact of military service purchases on members. Additionally, the meeting includes annual reviews of retirement staff.

• Interview for Fifth Member candidate Sean Chen
• Discussion regarding military service purchases and their impact on members
• Annual reviews of retirement staff
• Executive session regarding an accidental disability application for Robert Murray

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes presentations, large house reviews, scenic road reviews, and discussions regarding Special Town Meeting articles.

• Presentation for 192-194 Worcester Street/150 Cedar Street
• Large House Review: 35 Rice Street (LHR-20-05)
• Large House Review: 79 Pilgrim Street (LHR-23-04)
• Large House Review: 42 Oak Street (LHR-23-05)
• Scenic Road Review: 64 Cartwright Road

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss and vote on a Memorandum of Agreement with the Wellesley Superior Officers Association. This includes a $89,048 settlement for fiscal year 2024 and a motion to transfer funds to the Police Department.

• Memorandum of Agreement with Wellesley Superior Officers Association
• $89,048 settlement for FY24 funding
• Transfer of $89,048 from Provision of Contract Settlement to Police Department Personal Services

Miscellaneous Committees

The commission will review September meeting minutes and discuss legislative priorities. Members will also address $2,000 in state funding that must be spent by February 29, 2024. Additionally, the agenda includes planning for a regional convening at MassBay Wellesley campus on December 6.

• $2,000 state funding award to be used by February 29, 2024
• Regional Convening on December 6 at MassBay Wellesley campus
• Discussion of legislative priorities
• Review of bylaws

Miscellaneous Committees

The Town Moderator is meeting to develop essential information for the upcoming Fall Special Town Meeting. This includes organizing articles, motions, makers of motions, and presenters.

• Development of articles and motions for the Special Town Meeting
• Identification of motion makers and presenters

Wellesley Housing Authority

The Wellesley Housing Authority will meet to consider updates to housing assistance standards. The board is scheduled to approve new payment standards and utility allowances effective December 1, 2023. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Executive Director's contract and salary calculation.

• Approval of payment standards effective December 1, 2023
• Approval of utility allowances effective December 1, 2023
• Executive Director contract and salary calculation
• Inter-agency agreement between WHA and the Town of Wellesley
• Approval of October bill payments

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a remote meeting including a Chair and Director report. The agenda includes time for citizen speak and administrative preparation for an advisory meeting.

Municipal Light Board

The Board will review July 2023 financial results and year-to-date Fiscal Year 2024 financial statements. Discussion items include a search committee for the Director position, AMI updates, and sustainability updates.

• Review of July 2023 financial results and FY2024 year-to-date financial statements
• Awarding of Three Phase Padmount Transformers bid (Specification 24E-80-205)
• Director search committee selection discussion
• AMI update discussion
• Sustainability update discussion

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will meet to verify that all requirements are met for the delivery and installation of a sculpture. The meeting includes a period for citizen speech and committee reports.

• Sculpture assessment for delivery and installation

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review several applications for minor construction and sign installations. These items include projects on Washington Street and Central Street. Residents may participate through the Citizen Speak portion of the meeting.

• Minor construction at 505–513 Washington Street
• Sign application for 91 Central Street
• Sign application for 267 Washington Street
• Minor construction at 65 Central Street

Planning Board

The Select Board will hold joint meetings regarding the MBTA Communities Proposal and a kitchen feasibility study for Tolles Parsons Center. The board also plans to vote on a location grant for Verizon and an auto dealer license.

• MBTA Communities Proposal discussion with Planning Board
• Grant of Location for Verizon at Linden Street and Hollis Street
• Class II Auto Dealer License at 199 Worcester Street
• Tolles Parsons Center Kitchen Feasibility Study discussion
• Special Education Stabilization Fund Payment vote

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will meet to discuss and vote on a motion regarding STM Article 5, Motion 2. This item concerns a feasibility study for siting pickleball courts in the Town of Wellesley.

• Feasibility Study for Siting Pickle Ball Courts (STM Article 5, Motion 2)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will meet via Zoom to conduct a roll call and review the Director of Senior Services APR report. The board is scheduled to vote on this item during the meeting.

• Vote on Director of Senior Services APR Review

School Councils

The Bates School Council will meet to discuss the School Improvement Plan. The meeting includes a welcome and introductions segment.

• School Improvement Plan discussion

School Councils

The School Council will meet to approve the minutes from May 23, 2023. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the purpose of the School Council, WMS direction, and the School Improvement Plan.

• Approval of May 23, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of School Improvement Plan

Select Board

The Board discussed a proposal for a conservation restriction on the North 40 property. They also approved a $360,000 supplemental request for the Fire Department to address overtime shortages and staffing needs.

• Approval of $360,000 supplemental request for Fire Department (personal services, benefits, and expenses)
• Discussion of North 40 conservation restriction map and land use
• Approval of inter-municipal agreement with Plymouth County for parking ticket management
• Approval of AFSME Council, Local 49 (FMD Custodians) FY24 through FY26 contract
• Appointment of Alexander Gavis as a full member of the Historical Commission

Human Resources Board

The board will interview a candidate for the HR Director position. The meeting also includes a vote on recommended FY25 increases for the 40/50/60 Series.

• Interview of Dolores Hamilton for HR Director position
• Request for hire above the midpoint in HR
• Vote on 40/50/60 Series Recommended FY25 Increase

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss the FY25 Capital Request Draft and Annual Action Plan Draft. The agenda also includes updates on the sculpture project, the Enhanced Patio Project, and several draft policy revisions regarding fines, fees, and conduct.

• Sculpture update and final foundation payment
• Enhanced Patio Project
• FY25 Capital Request Draft
• FY25 Annual Action Plan Draft
• Draft updates for library policies including fines and fees

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss a request related to the CPC Fall Special Annual Town meeting. The discussion focuses on a feasibility and design study for pickleball at the Morses Pond parking lot.

• Discussion of Morses Pond parking lot pickleball feasibility and design study

Planning Board

The Advisory Committee will discuss Article 13 regarding inclusionary zoning. The committee is also scheduled to discuss and vote on the 2023 STM Warrant Articles.

• Article 13 – Inclusionary Zoning
• Vote on 2023 STM Warrant Articles
• Citizen Speak

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission will discuss updates regarding 125 Oakland St and vote on Article 15. The meeting includes a review of the draft FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan for the NRC and Morses Pond.

• Vote on Article 15 regarding 125 Oakland St
• Review of Weston and Sampson Final Report
• Bond return for 15 Waterway
• Draft FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan
• Appointments for Wetlands Protection Committee, Climate Action Committee Liaison, and Trails Committee

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging Board will review the Director's Report, covering finances and operations. The board is scheduled to vote on changing the newsletter to an opt-in delivery system and conducting an APR review for the Director of Senior Services. Members will also discuss grant applications for extended building hours.

• Vote on changing newsletter to opt-in delivery to reduce postage/waste
• Vote on Director of Senior Services APR Review
• Review of grant applications for extended hours and building monitors
• Discussion on adapting the Select Board code of conduct for the COA Board

School Councils

The Fiske School Council will meet via Zoom to discuss student performance. The primary agenda item is a review of MCAS results.

• Review MCAS Results

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board Policy Subcommittee is meeting to review and vote on previous meeting minutes. The subcommittee will also hold a discussion regarding financial policies.

• Vote on minutes
• Discussion of financial policies

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss FY25 guidelines, strategic plan updates, and district goals. The committee is also scheduled to vote on motions for Special Town Meeting articles regarding a Verizon easement and five-year contracts.

• Vote on Special Town Meeting Article 6 Motion (Verizon Easement)
• Vote on Special Town Meeting Article 8 Motion (5-year Contracts)
• Acceptance of Hardy Elementary PTO donation for a Gaga Pit
• Discussion of FY25 guidelines and strategic plan updates

Miscellaneous Committees

The Board of Registrars is reviewing the upcoming election calendar. Discussion includes the September State Primary and the November 5, 2024 Presidential/State Election. The board will also review details regarding police detail, advanced processing, and in-person early voting sites.

• Review of March 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of 2024 Election Calendar
• September State Primary discussion
• November 5, 2024 Presidential/State Election discussion

Human Resources Board

The Human Resources Board will hold a joint meeting with the Select Board to discuss recommended FY25 pay increases. The board will also review hiring requests for the DPW and receive an update on the HR Director hiring process.

• Vote on 40/50/60 Series Recommended FY25 Increase
• Discussion of STM Article 10 Proposal: Library Director Contract
• Request to hire above-grade for DPW
• Request for salary variance for DPW
• Update on HR Director hiring process

Board of Public Works

The Board will discuss various fiscal year 2025 budget drafts including tax impact, water, sewer, and stormwater budgets. Discussion items also include the Morses Pond parking lot pickleball courts, DPW building renovations, and PFAS updates.

• Morses Pond Parking Lot Pickleball Courts discussion
• FY 2025 DPW Tax Impact Capital Budget v1
• FY 2025 DPW Tax Impact Operating Budget v1
• FY 2025 W&S Budgets v1
• FY 2025 Stormwater Budget v1

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review ZBA 2023-53 regarding the Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center at 106 Central Street. The board is scheduled to approve a decision and its associated conditions.

• Approval of decision and conditions for Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center (106 Central Street)

School Councils

The Wellesley High School Council will meet to approve the May 2023 and September 2023 meeting minutes. The council also plans to introduce three new members and review school council bylaws.

• Approval of May 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2023 meeting minutes
• Introduction of three new School Council members
• Review of School Council Bylaws

Design Review Board

The board will consider sign applications for Central Street and Linden Street. It will also continue reviews of large house projects on Pilgrim Road and Oak Street. Additionally, the board will discuss updates to design guidelines.

• Sign application: S 91 Central Street (Cattivo)
• Sign application: S 139R Linden Street (Unique Nail & Spa)
• Minor construction: 165 Linden Street (Karma Restaurant)
• Large house review: 79 Pilgrim Road
• Large house review: 42 Oak Street

Board of Assessors

The Board will meet to approve a new tax deferral applicant and sign a lien. Members will also hold an executive session to discuss potential litigation regarding several property appeals.

• Tax deferral application for Ann Marchetti at 9 Westerly St
• Status hearing for 694 Worcester Street
• Appeal discussion for 73-77 Central and 95-101 Central St
• Appeal discussion for 74 and 80 Central St

Select Board

The Select Board is reviewing FY25 budget guidelines for town departments and the school department. The Board also discussed wage increases with the Human Resources Board. Additionally, the Board voted to approve rent increases for Wellesley Place.

• Approved rent increases for existing tenants at Wellesley Place (978 Worcester Street).
• Proposed FY25 budget guidelines including 5% for Police and 5.5% for Fire.
• Discussed recommended FY25 wage increases for the 40/50/60 series.
• Reviewed Library Director Contract proposal for Special Town Meeting Article 10.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding inclusionary zoning amendments for a Special Town Meeting. The agenda also includes updates on 489 Worcester Street, scenic road reviews, and large house reviews.

• Zoning Public Hearing: Article 13 amendments to Section 5.7 Inclusionary Zoning
• Approval Not Required Plan: 814 Worcester Street
• Update: 489 Worcester Street (8 Cliff Road)
• Scenic Road Review: 64 Cartwright Road
• Large House Reviews: 79 Pilgrim Road and 42 Oak Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review an application for 2 Dale Street. The board will determine if improvements are necessary to an unaccepted way following the proposed demolition and reconstruction of a dwelling at the property.

• Public hearing for Review of Adequacy at 2 Dale Street
• Proposed demolition and reconstruction of a one or two-family dwelling

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will discuss and consider approving the Wellesley Municipal Light Plant financial statements. The committee will also review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report from Powers & Sullivan.

• Approval of Wellesley Municipal Light Plant financial statements
• Review of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report by Powers & Sullivan
• Approval of September 11, 2023, minutes

Trails Committee

The committee will review projects including the Centennial Reservation revision and signage for Fuller Brook Gate House. The meeting also includes discussions on trail monitoring, maintenance, and upcoming fall walks.

• Centennial Reservation revision
• Fuller Brook Gate House signs
• QR codes for map houses
• Fall walks and Kids’ Trails Day

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board has scheduled a remote meeting for October 12, 2023. The agenda consists of a call to order, an executive session, and adjournment.

• Executive Session

Miscellaneous Committees

Precinct D Town Meeting Members will meet via Zoom to elect a new member. The elected individual will serve until the next annual election.

• Election of one Town Meeting Member for Precinct D

Miscellaneous Committees

A special meeting for Precinct F Town Meeting Members will be held via Zoom on October 12, 2023. The purpose of the meeting is to elect one new member to fill an existing vacancy in the precinct's representation. The elected official will serve until the next annual election.

• Election of one Town Meeting Member for Precinct F

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss a draft decision and conditions for Wellesley College at 106 Central Street. The board will also continue a public hearing regarding the Wellesley Country Club at 300 Wellesley Avenue.

• Discussion of draft decision and conditions for Wellesley College, 106 Central Street
• Continued public hearing for Wellesley Country Club, 300 Wellesley Avenue

Wetlands Protection Committee

The text for the Wellesley Wetlands Protection Committee meeting on October 12, 2023, consists of numerical sequences and does not contain readable information. No discernible agenda items, names, or descriptions are present in the provided record.

School Councils

The Schofield Site Council will meet to review council scope and craft meeting norms. The agenda also includes discussions regarding proposed School Improvement Plan goals, the FY'24 budget update, and enrollment updates.

• Review and craft council norms
• Discuss proposed School Improvement Plan (SIP) goals
• FY'24 Budget Update
• Enrollment Update

Miscellaneous Committees

The West Suburban Health Group Board will meet via remote participation to review financial performance and reports. The agenda includes a vote on proposed senior rates for calendar year 2024.

• Vote on CY24 proposed senior rates
• Review of FY23 Performance vs. Expectations
• Discussion of Steering Committee Vacancies

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss a project for the Wellesley Historical Society at 323 Washington Street. Members will also consider a feasibility study for pickleball courts and the North 40 Conservation Restriction.

• Discussion of Wellesley Historical Society Project at 323 Washington Street
• Vote on STM Article 5, Motion 2 Feasibility Study of Pickle Ball Courts
• Discussion of North 40 Conservation Restriction

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss a request for the CPC Fall Special Annual Town meeting regarding a pickleball feasibility and design study at the Morses Pond parking lot. The agenda also includes citizen speak and approval of minutes.

• Pickleball feasibility & design study for Morses Pond parking lot
• CPC Fall Special Annual Town meeting request discussion

School Committee

The Wellesley School Committee meeting on October 10, 2023, includes a workshop regarding the district's strategic plan. The committee will also enter an executive session to review minutes for potential release.

• Strategic Plan Workshop
• Executive Session to consider release of minutes

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will conduct public hearings for preservation determinations and waivers. The commission will also review previous meeting minutes and discuss updates to waiver guidelines.

• Preservation Determination: 14 Oakencroft Road
• Preservation Determination: 32 Kingsbury Street
• Waiver: 86 Parker Road (continued from 9/11/23)
• Waiver: 51 Boulder Brook Road
• Plaque Program update and new plaque approvals

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold public hearings regarding preservation determinations for 14 Oakencroft Road and 32 Kingsbury Street. The commission will also consider a reduction of the delay period for a demolition at 51 Boulder Brook Road.

• Preservation determination for 14 Oakencroft Road
• Preservation determination for 32 Kingsbury Street
• Reduction of delay period for demolition at 51 Boulder Brook Road

Select Board

The Select Board will meet to discuss FY2025 budget guidelines, including positions for a mobility manager and webmaster. The agenda also includes discussions on special town meeting motions and a patrol officer association agreement.

• Discuss and vote on Cambridge Networks Solution Cable Grant of Location
• Discuss and vote on Wellesley Patrol Officer Association MOA
• Discuss and vote on FY2025 Budget Guidelines (Mobility Manager and Webmaster positions)
• Discuss draft Town-Wide Financial Plan Interim Report
• Board reorganization of Chair position

Climate Action Committee

The committee will review the Draft Zero Emissions First Fleet Policy and discuss an electric bus sign-on letter to Governor Healey. Members are also scheduled to address the Municipal Reforestation bill and their FY25 budget request.

• Review of Draft Zero Emissions First Fleet Policy
• Electric bus sign-on letter to Governor Healey
• Municipal Reforestation bill (S.452/H.869)
• CAC FY25 Budget Request
• CAC input on Design Guidelines Handbook

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees is reviewing draft motions intended for a Special Town Meeting. These items include a roof lease and the contract for the Library Director.

• Warrant Article 7: Lease Roof
• Warrant Article 10: Library Director Contract Employee

Board of Health

The Board will review a presentation regarding a proposed memory care and assisted living facility at 200 Pond Road. Additionally, the Board is asked to vote on sushi rice acidification for Karma Restaurant at 165 Linden St.

• Proposed memory care and assisted living facility at 200 Pond Road
• Sushi Rice Acidification Approval for Karma Restaurant, 165 Linden St

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a business meeting and several public hearings. The agenda includes requests for determinations, continuances, and new hearing items.

• Determination request: Jimmi Bazzari at 765 Worcester Street
• Public hearing continued: Jeffrey Hibbard at 6 Dunedin Road
• Public hearing continued: Robert Kaeneman at 53 Pleasant Street
• Public hearing continued: Jill Murphy at 48 Parker Road
• Request to continue to November 2, 2023: Wellesley Historical Society, Inc. at 323 Washington Street

School Councils

The Hardy School Council will conduct introductions for new and returning members. The meeting includes a review of past school council initiatives and the Project Build Hardy project.

• Review and approve previous meeting minutes
• Decide on a recorder
• Review Project Build Hardy

Planning Board

The Select Board will review updates regarding the Strategic Housing Plan, an Equity Audit, and a new Code of Conduct. The meeting also includes updates on the FY23 and FY24 budgets and discussions regarding FY25 budget guidelines.

• Strategic Housing Plan update
• Equity Audit update
• FY23 and FY24 Budget update
• FY25 Budget Guideline discussions

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is invited to participate in an All Board Meeting held remotely online. The provided agenda contains no other specific business items.

Select Board

The Select Board will receive updates on the closing of the FY23 and FY24 budgets. The meeting also includes discussions regarding FY25 budget guidelines and a strategic housing plan.

• FY23 and FY24 budget close update
• FY25 budget guideline discussions
• Strategic Housing Plan update
• Equity Audit update
• Code of Conduct establishment

School Committee

The School Committee will receive updates on elementary school projects and the strategic plan. The committee is also scheduled to vote on the FY24 Recast Budget.

• Vote: FY24 Recast Budget
• Elementary School Projects timeline update
• Strategic Plan update

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The commission will discuss updates regarding proposed special permit language for 125 Oakland and determine next steps. The agenda also includes a potential conservation restriction at 200 Pond Rd. and revisions to Section 3 policy. Additionally, the Director's report will cover draft FY25 operating and FY25-30 capital plans.

• Proposed special permit language for 125 Oakland
• Potential conservation restriction at 200 Pond Rd.
• Draft FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan
• Policy revisions to Section 3

Youth Commission

The Commission is reviewing updates from 2023 summer programs, including the Wellesley Green Shirts Youth Program. Members are also discussing case management for youth and families alongside preparations for the FY2025 budget.

• 2023 Summer update on programs
• Wellesley Green Shirts Youth Program review
• Wellesley Youth and Families Case Management discussion
• FY2025 budget preparation

Miscellaneous Committees

The Metrowest Regional Transit Authority will discuss the FY24 revised budget and reserve accounts. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a vehicle purchase and a contract amendment for Fixed Route & Demand Response services.

• FY24 Revised Budget discussion/approval
• Reserve Accounts discussion/approval
• Fixed Route & Demand Response Contract Amendment discussion/approval
• Vehicle Purchase discussion/approval

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding a public hearing regarding three proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw. These include updates to educational districts, inclusionary zoning applicability, and large house review exemptions.

• Amend Section 2.7 to add assisted elderly housing, independent elderly housing, and nursing home uses if they existed prior to March 1, 2023
• Amend Section 5.7 inclusionary zoning to change the review trigger to Site Plan Review and add Residential Incentive Overlay and Lower Falls Village Commercial Districts
• Amend Section 5.7 requirements to set residential unit affordability at .20 of all units (.15 at or below 80% AMI; .05 between 81% and 140% AMI)
• Amend Section 5.9 to exempt attached Accessory Dwelling Units from Large House Review

Planning Board

The meeting includes town-wide updates regarding the Strategic Housing Plan, Equity Audit, and Human Resources. The board will also review the close of FY23 and FY24 budgets and discuss guidelines for FY25.

• Updates on the Strategic Housing Plan and Equity Audit
• Establishment of a Code of Conduct
• Close of FY23 and FY24 budgets
• Discussions on FY25 budget guidelines

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding proposed zoning amendments for the Special Town Meeting. These include changes to inclusionary zoning, large house review, and educational districts. The agenda also includes a hearing on Brookside Road paving.

• Public hearing for Brookside Road Scenic Road paving
• Plan review for 814 Worcester Street (PBC-23-02)
• Amendment to Section 5.7 Inclusionary Zoning
• Amendment to Section 5.9 Large House Review
• Amendment to Section 2.7 Educational Districts

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an application by the Department of Public Works to alter features within the Scenic Road Layout on Brookside Road. The proposal involves milling and paving approximately 3,480 linear feet of road from Oakland Street to the Needham Town Line.

• Public hearing for Brookside Road scenic road application
• Proposed milling and paving of approximately 3,480 linear feet of road

Board of Public Works

The agenda contains only a procedural item regarding the Board of Public Works being invited to participate in an All Board Meeting via remote online meeting. No other specific business is listed.

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review the Director’s Report and discuss draft motions for a Special Town Meeting. These motions include Warrant Article 7 regarding a roof lease and Warrant Article 10 concerning a Library Director contract employee.

• Warrant Article 7, Lease Roof
• Warrant Article 10, Library Director Contract Employee
• Director's Report

Select Board

The Select Board will review updates for the FY23 and FY24 budgets. The meeting also includes discussions regarding FY25 budget guidelines and a strategic housing plan.

• FY23 and FY24 budget update
• FY25 budget guideline discussions
• Strategic Housing Plan update
• Equity Audit update
• Establishing a Code of Conduct

Playing Fields Task Force

The Playing Fields Task Force will discuss field applications and storage at Sprague and Hunnewell. The meeting also includes updates on the Field Utilization Study, WHS Track and Field, and Sprague Bathrooms.

• Field storage at Sprague & Hunnewell
• Field Utilization Study update
• WHS Track and Field project update
• Sprague Bathrooms project update

Miscellaneous Committees

The commission will discuss objectives for the upcoming year and review a $2,500 funding request. The meeting includes updates on regional meetings and reports from various committee chairs and interns.

• $2,500 funding request
• Search for a new Commissioner
• Regional Convening on December 6th at MassBay Wellesley campus
• Corporate Breakfast: Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors
• Discussion regarding The Feminist Library

Human Resources Board

The board will consider a hearing to amend the Classification and Salary Plan regarding the Library Director's contract. Members will also vote on the Merit Pay Plan increase matrix and a Special Town Meeting Warrant Article.

• Hearing to amend the Classification and Salary Plan for the Library Director
• Vote on Merit Pay Plan increase matrix
• Vote on Special Town Meeting Warrant Article
• Update on HR Director hiring process

Wellesley Housing Authority

The Wellesley Housing Authority is conducting a virtual public hearing to review its proposed Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2024. The plan details the authority's operating budget, maintenance and repair plans, and a five-year capital improvement plan. Residents are invited to review the plan and submit comments via email, mail, or orally during the meeting.

• Proposed 5-year Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed Maintenance and Repair Plan
• Current Operating Budget
• Responses to Performance Management Review findings
• List of DHCD regulatory waivers

Wellesley Housing Authority

The Board will consider a resolution regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Plan. Discussion items include an update on Washington Street and the Executive Director contract.

• Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Plan Hearing Resolution #2023-50
• August 17, 2023 Minutes Approval (Resolution #2023-51)
• August and September Bill Payments/Warrant Approvals
• Washington Street resident community meeting update
• Executive Director contract discussion

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will attend a Human Resources meeting for a hearing under Town Bylaw Article 31.7. This hearing concerns amending the Classification and Salary Plan to place the Library Director on a contract with the Board of Library Trustees.

• Hearing to amend the Classification and Salary Plan
• Proposal to place the Library Director on a contract with the Board of Library Trustees

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the town's appointment and financial policies. The subcommittee will also vote on previous meeting minutes.

• Vote on minutes
• Discussion of Appointment Policy
• Discussion of Financial Policies

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will meet to approve the CY22 Department of Public Utilities Annual Report. The Director will also provide updates on AMI and sustainability for Board feedback. An executive session regarding a reorganization update is scheduled.

• Approval of the CY22 DPU Annual Report
• AMI update
• Sustainability update
• Executive session regarding reorganization update

Miscellaneous Committees

The committee will review financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2022, and discuss the scope of the June 20, 2023 audit. Members will also discuss budget results for fiscal year 2023 and cybersecurity.

• Review of final financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2022
• Discussion of the scope of the June 20, 2023 audit
• Discussion of actual results versus budget for FYE 6/30/2023 and period ended 8/31/2023
• Discussion of CyberSecurity
• Committee reorganization

Planning Board

The Advisory Committee is conducting a public hearing regarding several articles for the upcoming November 2023 Special Town Meeting. Discussions include amendments to the Wetlands Bylaw and changes to educational districts. The committee will also review the Community Preservation Fund.

• Article 5: Community Preservation Fund
• Article 15: Amend Educational Districts – Sisters of Charity
• Article 11: Amend Wetlands Bylaw and Non-Criminal Disposition for Wetlands Violations

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider several special permit sign applications and continued large house reviews. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding design guidelines updates.

• Sign application for Citizens Bank at S 182 Linden Street
• Sign application for Qdoba at S 185 Linden Street
• Sign application for ABA Centers of America at S 35 Walnut Street
• Continued large house review for 42 Oak Street
• Large house review for 79 Pilgrim Road

Board of Assessors

The Board will review proposed commercial property values for FY24 and discuss the FY25 budget. A tax classification hearing is scheduled for December 5th. The agenda also includes status updates on several property tax appeals.

• FY24 Proposed Commercial Values
• Tax Classification Hearing on December 5th
• FY25 Budget discussion
• Status hearing for 694 Worcester Street on October 12th
• Motion to dismiss hearing for 30 Damien Dunedin Road

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee will discuss and vote on two CPA appropriations. These include a Housing Strategic Plan and a feasibility study for pickleball courts at Morses Pond Parking Lot. The committee will also approve meeting minutes.

• CPA appropriation for Housing Strategic Plan
• CPA appropriation for Feasibility Study for Pickle Ball Courts at Morses Pond Parking Lot
• Approval of Meeting Minutes

Historical Commission

The Plaque Program Subcommittee will discuss the current status of the plaque program and the migration of the WHC website. Members will also review, discuss, and potentially approve profiles for plaque creation.

• Status of the plaque program
• WHC website migration
• Review/discussion/approval of profiles for plaque creation

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to adopt a funding schedule for the pension plan and review financial statements from 2021 and 2022. The board will also discuss a draft electronic signature policy and prepare for a presentation to the Select Board.

• Adoption of funding schedule for pension plan
• Review of 2021 and 2022 Retirement System Financial Statements
• Discussion of draft electronic signature policy
• 91A Hearing regarding Michael Kane
• Accidental Disability Application for Stephen Melia

Council on Aging

The Wellesley Council on Aging is holding a board retreat to discuss objectives and governance. The meeting includes reviewing roles, responsibilities, and goals for fiscal years 2023 through 2025.

• Approval of August gifts (Vote required)
• Review of Board roles and responsibilities
• Discussion of COA Goals for FY23-FY25
• Development of a plan to achieve goals

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss upcoming fiscal year budget guidelines and a memorandum of agreement with Local 1795 Firefighters. The meeting also includes votes on holiday decoration funding and a one-day beverage license for Babson College.

• Funding of $4,220 for holiday season decorations
• One Day License for Babson College event at Isbrandsten Field
• Memorandum of Agreement with Local 1795 Firefighters
• FY25 Budget Guidelines discussion

Affordable Housing Trust (formerly WHDC)

The Board of Directors will discuss the bid process for the 156 Weston Road project. The meeting also includes discussion regarding an Annual Town Meeting article for the Affordable Housing Trust.

• Bid process for 156 Weston Road Project
• Annual Town Meeting Article for Affordable Housing Trust
• New Housing Strategic Plan and Funding update
• Inclusionary Zoning STM Article update

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission will discuss a warrant article regarding the suitability of pickleball at Morses Pond. The meeting also includes discussion of a warrant article related to zoning at 125 Oakland Street and updates on the Hunnewell Track and Field Project.

• Vote on warrant article for pickleball suitability at Morses Pond
• Discussion of warrant article regarding zoning at 125 Oakland Street
• Hunnewell Track and Field Project update
• Draft FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan
• Executive session regarding real property

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellesley Zoning Board of Appeals is holding public hearings regarding two specific cases. The board will hear matters related to the Wellesley Country Club and the Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center.

• Public hearing for Wellesley Country Club at 300 Wellesley Avenue
• Public hearing for Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center at 106 Central Street

Wetlands Protection Committee

The committee will review notices of interest and administrative matters regarding wetland impacts. Items include erosion controls at 1 Sunnyside Av, yard modifications at 6 Wilson St, and various home additions or removals near buffer zones.

• 1 Sunnyside Av: discussion of erosion controls and a hydraulic fluid spill
• 6 Wilson St: proposed changes within Isolated Vegetated Wetland
• 14 Lexington Rd: construction of patio and retaining wall
• 3 Stevens St: yard inter-grate project
• 209 Cliff Rd: reduction of impervious area

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the Director's Report, including financial balances and transportation updates. The board is scheduled to vote on gift acceptance, fire safety policy changes, and the draft annual report. They will also discuss building updates regarding water filtration and kitchen status.

• Vote on fire safety policy review changes
• Vote on draft Annual report to the town
• Vote on gift acceptance
• Vote on $750 cost for Marc Wey
• Update on water filtration installation in café

School Councils

The Fiske School Council will meet via Zoom to review the School Improvement Plan. The council also intends to create goals for the 2023-2024 period.

• Review School Improvement Plan
• Create goals for 2023-2024

Planning Board

The Advisory Committee will discuss several items for the upcoming Special Town Meeting. Topics include budget amendments, library staffing and solar installations, and planning board zoning changes.

• Amend Salary Plan regarding Union Contracts – WFD
• FY23 Budget Supplemental Appropriations – WFD, Assessors
• Authorization to make Library Director a contract employee
• Authorize Library Board of Trustees to install solar panels on library roof
• Amend Inclusionary Zoning Provisions and LHR Bylaw regarding attached ADUs

Board of Library Trustees

The Board will attend an advisory meeting regarding two Special Town Meeting Warrant articles. These items involve a library director contract employee and a roof lease.

• Article 10: Library Director Contract Employee
• Article 7: Lease Roof

School Committee

The School Committee will vote on solar installations for the new Hardy and Hunnewell roofs. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a Verizon easement and various budget reports.

• Vote on solar installation on new Hardy/Hunnewell roofs
• Discussion of Verizon easement on Hunnewell and Hardy properties
• Review of FY23 Budget Turnback Report
• Approval of surplus Bates fitness and health equipment
• Discussion regarding the FY'24 budget recast

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss proposed amendments to the town's inclusionary zoning and large house review sections for the Special Town Meeting. The agenda also includes site plan approvals for a retaining wall at Wellesley Country Club and the Wellesley College Health and Counseling Center. Additionally, several Zoning Board of Appeal cases are scheduled for review.

• Amendments to Section 5.7 Inclusionary Zoning and Section 5.9 Large House Review
• Site plan approval: ZBA-2023-52 Wellesley Country Club Retaining Wall
• Site plan approval: ZBA-2023-53 Wellesley College Health and Counseling Center
• Large House Review: LHR-20-05 – 35 Rice Street
• Zoning Board of Appeal cases including 6 Dunedin Road and 53 Pleasant Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss the FY 2025 budget and follow up on water and sewer rates. The agenda also includes updates on PFAS, stormwater issues, and the DPW building renovation project.

• FY 2025 Budget Discussion
• Water & Sewer Rates Follow-up Discussion
• Morses Pond Parking Lot Pickle Ball Courts
• DPW Building Renovation Project Update
• PFAS Update

Trails Committee

The committee will swear in members for fiscal year 2024 and discuss the FY24 budget request. The agenda also includes updates on Centennial Reservation tasks and trail maintenance monitoring.

• Swearing in of committee members for FY24
• Review and update list for Centennial Reservation
• FY24 budget request
• Planning for Fall walks and Kids’ Trails Day

Select Board

The Select Board will discuss a new intermunicipal agreement for parking ticket management with Plymouth County. The meeting also includes votes on a one-day alcohol license for Babson College, various labor contracts, and several Special Town Meeting articles.

• Intermunicipal Agreement with Plymouth County for Parking Ticket Management
• One Day License for Babson College Campaign Kick Off event
• AFSME Council 93, Local 49 (Custodians) Finalized Contract
• Fire Department FY24 Supplemental (Article 3)
• Library Director Contract Employee Proposal (Article 10)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss a request for the CPC Fall Special Annual Town meeting. The discussion focuses on a feasibility and design study for pickleball at the Morses Pond parking lot.

• Morses Pond parking lot pickleball feasibility & design study

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting for a retreat to discuss organizational matters and policy drafts. The agenda includes updates on a sculpture, a solar project RFP, and various library policies.

• Solar Project RFP
• Drafts for Fines & Fees, Food, and Rules of Conduct policies
• Sculpture update
• Foundation Annual Report draft

Community Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss potential Special Town Meeting motions regarding a Housing Strategic Plan and pickleball courts at Morses Pond. The meeting also includes a discussion or vote on Community Preservation Coalition dues and an update on the Morses Pond bathhouse and beachfront project.

• Housing Strategic Plan Funding
• Pickle Ball Courts at Morses Pond Parking Lot
• Community Preservation Coalition Dues discussion/vote
• Morses Pond Bathhouse and Beachfront project update

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct a large house review for 42 Oak Street. The agenda also includes a György Kepes Panel Presentation and Citizen Speak.

• Large House Review: 42 Oak Street (LHR-23-05)

School Councils

The Wellesley High School Council is meeting to conduct introductory business for the new school year. The agenda includes approving June 2023 minutes and reviewing the process for new members.

• Approval of June 2023 School Council Minutes
• Review of New Member Process
• Brainstorming Agenda Items for School Year
• Constituency Report

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board will review the FY2024 Fire Supplemental Budget and FY2025 budget guidelines. The meeting also includes votes on changing electric vehicle charging fees and funding for a housing study.

• Vote to change EV charging fees from hourly to per KWH
• Discussion of FY2024 Fire Supplemental Budget
• Funding for Wellesley Housing Development Corporation Strategic Housing Study
• Vote on Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Appointment of a Patrol Officer

The Select Board voted 5-0 to change the EV charging fee to 25 cents per kilowatt‑hour. It also appointed Patrick F. Carr as a patrol officer with the Wellesley Police Department, and approved the Special Town Meeting warrant. Funding was authorized for civil‑discourse facilitator training ($6,750) and a strategic housing study ($10,000). The minutes from August 15 and August 29 were approved.

• Approve EV charging fee change to 25¢ per kWh (5-0)
• Appoint Patrick F. Carr as patrol officer, Wellesley Police (5-0)
• Approve Special Town Meeting warrant as amended (5-0)
• Authorize $6,750 from RW Babson Fund for civil‑discourse facilitator training (5-0)
• Authorize Wellesley Housing Development Corporation to spend up to $10,000 for a housing strategic plan (5-0)
• Approve minutes of August 15, 2023, and August 29, 2023, as amended (5-0)

Historical Commission

The commission will conduct public hearings for preservation determinations at several residential addresses. The agenda also includes a review of a Mass DOT project and a discussion regarding the age of renovated homes.

• Preservation determinations for 51 Beverly Road, 96 Woodside Avenue, 18 Old Colony Road, and 12 Wildon Road
• Waiver hearing for 86 Parker Road
• Review of Mass DOT Project #609473 at Route 9 and Weston Road
• Historical significance determination for Town Hall Weights and Measures Balance
• Commission reorganization

The Commission voted to preferably preserve homes at 18 Old Colony Road and 12 Wildon Road, while declining preservation for 51 Beverly Road and 96 Woodside Avenue. The board also reorganized its leadership and designated the Town Hall Weights and Measures Balance as historically significant.

• Elected Michael Racette as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Alex Gavis as Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Determined 51 Beverly Road should not be preferably preserved (7-0)
• Denied preference for preservation of 96 Woodside Avenue (4-3)
• Approved preference for preservation of 18 Old Colony Road (7-0)
• Approved preference for preservation of 12 Wildon Road (6-1)
• Tabled waiver hearing for 86 Parker Road until 10/10/23 (7-0)
• Deemed Town Hall Weights and Measures Balance and cabinet historically significant (7-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold public hearings to determine if specific dwellings should be preserved under the Town Bylaws. The review process applies to buildings constructed on or before December 31, 1949, that are intended for demolition.

• Demolition review: 51 Beverly Road
• Demolition review: 96 Woodside Avenue
• Demolition review: 18 Old Colony Road
• Demolition review: 12 Wildon Road

Audit Committee

The Wellesley Audit Committee is meeting to review management updates and financial statements for the Municipal Light Plant and Retirement Plan. The committee will also discuss the fiscal year audit plan and timing with Powers & Sullivan.

• Wellesley Municipal Light Plant Financial Statements
• Retirement Plan Financial Statements
• F/Y Audit Plan and Timing from Powers & Sullivan

The Audit Committee reviewed the status of the town audit and draft financial statements for the Wellesley Municipal Power and Light and the Wellesley Contributory Retirement System. No material weaknesses or control issues were reported. The committee approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting.

• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Climate Action Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Municipal Sustainable Building Guidelines and provide input on the Design Review Handbook. The agenda also includes integrating sustainability into Site Plan Review and engagement with Wellesley Public Schools. Additionally, the committee will review the FY23 CAC Annual Report.

• Municipal Sustainable Building Guidelines update
• CAC Input on Design Review Handbook
• Integrating sustainability in Site Plan Review
• FY23 CAC Annual Report
• Engagement with Wellesley Public Schools

The Committee approved the FY2023 Annual Report with specific edits and approved the July 7, 2023 meeting minutes as amended. Members discussed updates to municipal building guidelines and provided feedback on the Design Review Handbook.

• Approved July 7, 2023 meeting minutes as amended
• Approved FY2023 CAC Annual Report with edits

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission will review the draft FY25 operating budget and the FY25-30 capital plan for the NRC and Morses Pond. The meeting includes updates on the Hunnewell Track and Field Project and discussions regarding pickleball. Members will also address policy revisions to Section 3 and the Centennial and 125 Oakland Street property.

• Hunnewell Track and Field Project update
• Draft FY25 Operating and FY25-30 Capital Plan review
• Section 3 policy revisions discussion
• Pickleball discussion
• Centennial and 125 Oakland Street property discussion

The Commission reviewed updates for the Hunnewell Track and Field Phase IIA project and discussed conservation options for the 125 Oakland St property. No formal votes were taken on these items. The meeting also included reports on the FY25 operating budget and various park permits.

• Tabled vote on Hunnewell Track and Field Phase IIA sign-off to 9/21 meeting
• Deferred discussion on Policy Revisions: Section 3 to next meeting
• Approved permits for St Johns School, WHS Cross Country, Hardy School, and Whole Foods events
• Voted unanimously to adjourn meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a business meeting to elect officers and conduct general business. A series of public hearings are scheduled regarding various property requests.

• Election of Officers/General Business
• 199 Worcester St LLC: request for determination of minor modification at 199 Worcester Street
• Jill Murphy: continued hearing for 48 Parker Road
• Tenacre Country Day School: continued hearing for 78 Benvenue Street
• BCSP Park 9 Property LLC: public hearing for 96 Worcester Street

The Board unanimously elected J. Randolph Becker as Chair and Robert W. Levy as Vice Chair. The Board also approved a technical update to the numbering system of its Rules & Regulations to align with the Zoning Bylaw.

• Elected J. Randolph Becker as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Robert W. Levy as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved change from Roman to Arabic numerals in Zoning Board Rules & Regulations (unanimous)

School Committee

The committee will discuss solar installations on the Hardy and Hunnewell roofs and receive updates on school openings and student enrollment. Members will also review a report for STAR Academy grades 11 and 12.

• Discussion: Solar Installation on new Hardy/Hunnewell roofs
• Discussion: STAR Academy Report for Grades 11 and 12
• Action: Special Town Meeting Warrant Article- Vendor Contracts
• Action: New Job Description- METCO Bus Monitor
• Update: Hunnewell Track and Field

The Committee approved a new job description for the METCO Program Campus and Bus Monitor to improve recruiting and compensation. Members discussed solar installation plans for Hardy and Hunnewell Elementary schools and provided updates on the Hunnewell Track and Field Phase II project.

• Approved surplus technology items (5-0)
• Approved new METCO Program Campus and Bus Monitor job description and authorized member Christina Horner to finalize wording (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue a Large House Review regarding a major modification at 35 Rice Street. The meeting also includes a presentation on MBTA Communities and updates on zoning articles for Inclusionary Zoning and Accessory Dwelling Units.

• Large House Review (LHR-20-05) for 35 Rice Street
• MBTA Communities presentation
• Special Town Meeting zoning updates regarding Inclusionary Zoning and Accessory Dwelling Units

The Planning Board continued the major modification review for 35 Rice Street to a future meeting. The board also received presentations on the MBTA Communities Act and proposed zoning updates for inclusionary zoning and accessory dwelling units.

• Continued LHR-20-05 – 35 Rice Street – Major Modification to 9/18/23 (5-0)
• Approved Planning Board minutes of 7/24/23 as edited (5-0)

Historic District Commission

The commission will review two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. One item regarding 42 Cottage Street is a continuation from the August 1, 2023 meeting.

• HDC 23-02: 42 Cottage Street (continued from 8/1/23)
• HDC-23-03: 14 Waban Street

The Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 42 Cottage Street with specific material and design stipulations. The Commission also approved the use of fiberglass replacement gutters at 14 Waban Street.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 42 Cottage Street with stipulations for a faux brick chimney, lattice under the deck, half round gutters, Marvin Architectural Series windows, asphalt-shingled roof, and cedar siding/garage doors (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for fiberglass replacement gutters at 14 Waban Street (4-0)
• Postponed review of minutes from 10/11/22 and 8/1/23

Historic District Commission

The Wellesley Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing regarding application HDC 23-03. The proposal seeks to replace existing rotted wooden gutters on the wrap porch of 14 Waban Street with fiberglass material.

• Public hearing for gutter replacement at 14 Waban Street

Wetlands Protection Committee

The committee will review several notices of violation regarding sediment, fluid, and debris in local water bodies. Members will also consider various project applications including tree removals, patio constructions, and driveway extensions.

• Notice of Violation: 1 Sunnyside Av regarding erosion and hydraulic fluid in Sunnyside Brook
• Notice of Violation: 25 Upson Rd regarding debris dumping in Bogle Brook
• Emergency Certification: 265 Grove St to remove beaver dam at Sabrina Lake
• Notice of Intent: 14 Lexington Rd for a patio and retaining wall construction
• Request for Determination of Applicability: Worcester St (Parcel 2-2) for a swale installation

The committee approved a restoration plan for 721 Worcester St and ratified an emergency certification to remove a beaver dam at Sabrina Lake. Several Certificates of Compliance and negative determinations were issued for residential and town projects. The board also delegated signing authority to the Wetlands Administrator.

• Approved restoration plan for 721 Worcester St (4-0)
• Ratified Emergency Certification to remove beaver dam at Sabrina Lake (4-0)
• Delegated WPC signatures to Wetlands Administrator Julie Meyer (4-0)
• Ratified enforcement order for 22 Wilson St subject to updated plan (4-0)
• Issued COC for 11 Brookfield Rd (4-0)
• Issued negative determination for Worcester St Parcel 2-2 (4-0)
• Issued negative determination for 39 Wingate Rd (4-0)
• Approved waiver and closed issue for 339 Weston Rd (4-0)

Affordable Housing Trust (formerly WHDC)

The Board of Directors will discuss architectural plans and potential cost estimates for the 156 Weston Road project. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a new Housing Strategic Plan and its funding.

• Discussion of 156 Weston Road Project architectural plans and potential cost estimates
• Discussion of New Housing Strategic Plan and Funding

The HDC voted to support a contribution of up to $10,000 for a strategic housing plan, pending ratification from the Select Board. The board also approved minutes from June and July 2023. Discussions were held regarding construction costs and insurance for the 156 Weston Road project.

• Approved contribution of up to $10,000 for a strategic housing plan (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 22, 2023, and July 13, 2023 (3-0)

Municipal Light Board

The Board will review financial results for May and June 2023. The meeting includes updates on AMI, sustainability, and solar on public buildings. A vote is required regarding the solar subsidy program for residential and small commercial customers.

• Vote on Solar Subsidy Program for residential & small commercial customers
• Review of May and June 2023 financial results
• AMI update
• Sustainability update
• Discussion regarding solar on public buildings

The Municipal Light Board authorized the use of WECARE funds to provide a solar subsidy of $1.20/watt for installations. The board also approved the minutes from the June 29, 2023, open and executive session meetings.

• Approved solar subsidy of $1.20/watt using up to $250,000 in WECARE funds (Unanimous)
• Approved June 29, 2023 Open MLB meeting minutes
• Approved June 29, 2023 Executive Session MLB meeting minutes

Miscellaneous Committees

The West Suburban Health Group Board will meet on August 30, 2023. The meeting includes a review of the group's history, operating model, and financials. The board will also discuss challenges and opportunities for fiscal years 2025 through 2028.

• Review of West Suburban Health Group financials
• Discussion of FY25-FY28 challenges and opportunities
• Discussion regarding member communities' expectations and needs

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review a continued special permit application for a sign at 141 Linden Street. The meeting also includes updates on sustainability, climate action, and design guideline section assignments.

• Special permit sign application for HYP Studio at 141 Linden Street
• Sustainability and Climate Action Update
• Design Guidelines Section Assignments
• György Kepes Panel Discussion

The Board approved a special permit for signage at 141 Linden Street with a specific modification to the sign's alignment. Members also assigned specific sections of the DRB Guidelines document for individual critique.

• Approved Special Permit Sign for 141 Linden Street with modification to align sign with window and door indentations (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 6/14/23, 6/28/23, 7/19/23, and 8/2/23 (3-0-1)

Community Preservation Committee

The Committee will discuss CPA funding requests for a Housing Plan and the Morses Pond Pickle Ball Project. The body will vote on whether to include these items on the Fall Special Town Meeting warrant.

• Discussion of CPA funding for Housing Plan
• Vote on possible inclusion of Housing Plan in Fall STM warrant
• Discussion of CPA funding for Morses Pond Pickle Ball Project
• Vote on possible inclusion of Morses Pond Pickle Ball Project in Fall STM warrant

School Committee

The School Committee will vote on approving five-year vendor contracts for a Special Town Meeting Article. The committee will also consider updating the job description for METCO Bus Monitors.

• Approval of 5-year vendor contracts
• Update job description for METCO Bus Monitors

Retirement Board

The Board will review preliminary January 1, 2023 Pension and OPEB Valuations presented by Kathleen Riley of Segal. The meeting also includes votes on recent retirees, new members, and the approval of July 25, 2023 minutes.

• Review of January 1, 2023 Pension and OPEB Valuations
• Vote on recent retirees: Carl Marchi, Brian Hester, and Barbara Newton
• Vote on new members across several departments including Schools, Library, Planning, Assessors, Treasurer, and Finance
• Discussion of 91A Overearnings for a disability retiree
• Approval of vouchers and review of cash books

The Board approved payroll and transfer warrants and voted in several new members and retirees. The Board also reviewed 2023 actuarial valuations showing a pension plan funding ratio of 83.7% and an OPEB plan funding ratio of 72.6%.

• Approved open and executive session minutes from July 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Voted in retirees Carl Marchi, Brian Hester, and Barbara Newton
• Voted in new members Leslie Ofer, Sherly Cordero, Samantha Myott, Madison Vlass, Christine Axbey, Greg Copeland, and Tricia Lamarre
• Approved payroll warrant 20230731 for $1,233,128.79 (5-0)
• Approved transfer warrant 2023113 for $141,771.16 (5-0)
• Tabled reviews for retirement staff

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board will consider a common victualler license for Shake Shack at 74 Central Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding firefighter appointments and the FY2023 year-end financial update. Additionally, the Board will review a one-day license request for Babson College.

• Common Victualler License for Shake Shack at 74 Central Street
• One Day License for Babson College
• Firefighter appointment
• Opening of Special Town Meeting Warrant
• On-call Traffic Engineer contract

The Select Board scheduled a Special Town Meeting and approved several personnel appointments. The Board also granted a business license to Shake Shack and selected two on-call traffic engineering firms.

• Called Special Town Meeting for November 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Jake Jewett as Firefighter effective September 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Corey Testa as Assistant Executive Director of General Government Services (5-0)
• Approved Common Victualler license for Shake Shack at 74 Central Street (5-0)
• Selected Beta Inc. and Tighe and Bond as on-call Traffic Consultants (5-0)
• Approved One Day License to Babson College for September 23, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved July 11 and July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Human Resources Board

The Human Resources Board will consider several employment actions, including an update to the Police General Wage Schedule. The board will also review salary variance and tuition reimbursement requests for the DPW.

• Update to General Wage Schedule – Police
• Request for hire above the midpoint – Select Board
• Salary variance and tuition reimbursement request – DPW
• Discussion of potential Special Town Meeting article
• HR recruiting update

The Board approved a pay increase for Parking Meter Attendants and a salary variance for an engineer. It also approved the hiring of Corey Testa as Assistant Executive Director at a salary of $130,000. Additionally, the Board authorized the creation of a Special Town Meeting Warrant Article regarding the HR Board's operating agreement.

• Approved hourly rate increase for Parking Meter Attendants (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Corey Testa as Assistant Executive Director at $130,000 salary (unanimous)
• Approved salary variance for Mohammed (Raffi) Razzaque to $85,544.25 (unanimous)
• Approved July 25, 2023 Ratification list (unanimous)
• Approved July 25, 2023 and August 7, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved request for Julie Moore to work on a Special Town Meeting Warrant Article (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss several items related to Special Town Meeting articles. These discussions include proposed changes to zoning, yard regulations, and accessory dwelling units.

• Modification of Zoning for 125 Oakland Street (Sisters of Charity)
• Amend the Inclusionary Zoning Bylaw
• Amend the Yard Regulations Bylaw
• Amend the Accessory Dwelling Units Bylaw
• Amend the Exemptions to the Denton Road Neighborhood Conservation District Bylaw

The Planning Board voted to place several articles on the Special Fall Town Meeting Warrant, including updates to inclusionary zoning and accessory dwelling units. The Board declined to sponsor a zoning modification for 125 Oakland Street but voted to place it on the warrant regardless. Other proposed bylaw amendments were postponed until spring.

• Denied motion to sponsor Sisters of Charity Article for Fall Town Meeting (1-3)
• Approved placing Sisters of Charity Article on Fall Town Meeting Warrant without sponsorship (4-0)
• Approved adding Inclusionary Zoning language for RIO and Lower Falls Commercial Districts to Fall Town Meeting Warrant (5-0)
• Approved allocating 5% of the 20% to reflect 140% of the Area Median Income (5-0)
• Denied motion to bring Yard Regulations Bylaw to Special Fall Town Meeting (0-4)
• Approved amending Accessory Dwelling Units Bylaw regarding attached ADU and Large House Review for Fall Town Meeting (4-0)
• Postponed amendments to Denton Road Neighborhood Conservation District Bylaw until spring
• Postponed amendments to Design Review Board term lengths and Assisted Units definition until spring

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission will review the Hunnewell Track and Field Project and discuss Centennial and Sisters of Charity properties. The meeting includes discussions on policy revisions and pickleball. Additionally, the commission will address permit requests for Barefoot Soccer and the Hardy PTO Picnic.

• Appointment of James McLaren to Wetlands Protection Committee
• Hunnewell Track and Field Project update
• Discussion regarding Centennial and Sisters of Charity property
• Review of policy revisions for Section 2 and Section 3
• Permit requests for Barefoot Soccer and Hardy PTO Picnic at Perrin Park

The Natural Resources Commission approved two sets of revisions to Section 2 of the NRC Policy Manual. The board also reviewed updates regarding the Hunnewell Track and Field project and the Sisters of Charity property.

• Approved revised land use changes in Section 2 of the NRC Policy Manual (4-1)
• Approved changes to revised Section 2 of the NRC Policy Manual excluding land use changes (5-0)
• Failed to appoint James McLaren to the Wetlands Committee due to lack of a second on the motion
• Approved June 12 minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 6 minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 19 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Annual Retreat minutes for July 8/Aug 8 (4-0)

Council on Aging

The Board will review the Director's report regarding finances and operations, including a vote on gift acceptance. The meeting includes updates on fire safety policies and building maintenance such as door battery replacements and water filtration installation.

• Vote on Gift Acceptance
• EOEA Grant approved new $14 per senior amount
• Fire safety development policy review
• Handicapped door battery replacement update
• Water filtration installation for café

The Board unanimously approved the amended July 2023 meeting minutes and accepted several gift donations from the Friends of the Wellesley COA and a private donor. The Board also reviewed updates on the Volunteer Driver Program and the development of a new Strategic Plan.

• Approved amended July 20th, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of gift donations totaling $3,878.36 (Unanimous)

Select Board

The Policy Subcommittee will discuss its upcoming work-plan, meeting schedule, and staff participation. The committee is also scheduled to discuss the Appointment Policy and Financial Policies.

• Discussion of work-plan and meeting schedule
• Discussion of Appointment Policy
• Discussion of Financial Policies

The Policy Subcommittee established a monthly meeting schedule and reviewed the goals and guiding principles for identifying policies for review. The subcommittee reviewed proposed amendments to Appointment Policies and recommended further edits for Select Board consideration.

• Established a monthly meeting schedule
• Recommended further edits to the Appointment Policy for Select Board consideration
• Deferred Financial Policy review to the next meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss Scenic Road status for 78 Benvenue Street and provide an update on Sisters of Charity. The meeting includes reviews of large house applications for 35 Rice Street and 52 Westgate Road. Several Zoning Board of Appeal cases are also scheduled for review.

• Large House Review for 35 Rice Street and 52 Westgate Road
• Scenic Road status for 78 Benvenue Street
• Sisters of Charity update/discussion
• Discussion of Special Town Meeting Articles
• Zoning Board of Appeal cases

The Planning Board approved a Scenic Road modification and one Large House Review application. The board also provided recommendations for six Zoning Board of Appeal cases and continued one review to a later date.

• Approved Scenic Road modification at 78 Benvenue Street (3-0)
• Approved LHR-23-03 at 52 Westgate Road with condition to add a native Maple Tree (3-0)
• Continued LHR-20-05 at 35 Rice Street to 9/5/23 (3-0)
• Approved minutes for 6/5/23, 6/29/23, 7/10/23, and 7/13/23 (3-0)
• Recommended ZBA approval for wall sign at 96 Worcester Street
• Recommended ZBA approval for dormers at 6 Woodlawn Avenue
• Recommended ZBA approval for wall sign at 141 Linden Street
• Recommended ZBA approval for garage at 5 Sylvester Terrace provided nonconformity is not increased

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a Scenic Road application from Tenacre Country Day School Corp. The proposed work involves replacing asphalt pedestrian sidewalks between driveway connections at 78 Benvenue Street. This project is not expected to impact the existing stone wall or tree along the site's frontage.

• Public hearing for scenic road application at 78 Benvenue Street
• Proposed replacement of asphalt pedestrian sidewalks

Wellesley Housing Authority

The Board will review financial reports, including August bill payments and July statements. Discussion includes a resident community update regarding River Street and several items of old business.

• Pet Policy Resolution #2023-42
• Parking Policy Resolution #2023-46
• Memorandum of Understanding with Nick’s Towing & Recovery Service (Resolution #2023-47)
• River Street community meeting update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellesley Zoning Board of Appeals is conducting a public hearing regarding the Tenacre Country Day School Corporation. This item is a continuation from the July 20, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for Tenacre Country Day School at 78 Benvenue Street

The Board held a continued public hearing regarding a project at 78 Benvenue Street. The applicant presented updated construction management, lighting, and stormwater plans to address Department of Public Works concerns. No final decision was made pending a final sign-off from the Town Engineer.

• Continued public hearing for ZBA 2023-41 (Tenacre Country Day School)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a remote meeting to hear the Director Report and discuss Foundation Nominees. The agenda also includes New Business and potential topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair.

• Director Report
• Foundation Nominee

The Board of Trustees appointed Terence Condren to the Wellesley Free Library Foundation Board of Directors for a three-year term. Trustees also discussed the library's status as a limited public forum following a First Amendment Audit.

• Appointed Terence Condren to the Board of the Directors of the Wellesley Free Library Foundation for a three-year term (Unanimous)

Historical Commission

The Plaque Program Subcommittee will discuss the current status of the town's plaque program. The meeting includes a review and potential approval of plaque profiles submitted by Neil Larson & Associates. The subcommittee will also review minutes from the July 12, 2023 meeting.

• Review/approval of plaque profiles submitted by Neil Larson & Associates
• Discussion on current status of Plaque Program
• Approval of July 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellesley Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing for ZBA 2008-43 at 48 Parker Road. This matter was previously scheduled for discussion on July 6, 2023.

• Public hearing for ZBA 2008-43 at 48 Parker Road

The Board held a public hearing regarding after-the-fact tree removal and the installation of a sport court at 48 Parker Road. The petitioner proposed adding six evergreen trees, removing an outdoor speaker system, and adjusting lighting to reduce spillage. No final decision was recorded in the provided text.

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board will hold public hearings regarding alcohol licenses for Black and Blue at 65 Central Street and Fiorella’s Express at 575 Washington Street. The meeting also includes discussions on appointments and a payment from the Special Education Stabilization Fund.

• Public hearing: Alcohol license for Black and Blue, 65 Central Street
• Public hearing: Outdoor seating for Fiorella’s Express, 575 Washington Street
• Appointments for Cultural Council, Babson Special Police Officer, and Fire Warden
• Payment from the Special Education Stabilization Fund

The Select Board approved alcohol and entertainment licenses for Black & Blue and authorized outdoor seating for Fiorella’s Express. The Board also confirmed several municipal appointments and authorized a payment for Medicaid filing.

• Approved Common Victualler, Entertainment, and All Alcohol licenses for BB Wellesley LLC dba Black & Blue (5-0)
• Approved Alteration of Premises for Fiorella’s Express to allow outdoor consumption of wine and malt beverages with max 18 seats (5-0)
• Reappointed Karen Griswold, Suja Ramnath, and David White to the Cultural Council (5-0)
• Appointed Tanya Auger and Judith Boland to the Cultural Council (5-0)
• Appointed Jennifer Otero-Hernandez as a Special Police Officer (5-0)
• Appointed David Soar as Fire Warden and Director of Emergency Management (5-0)
• Authorized $3,332.22 payment to New England Medical Billing from the SPED Stabilization Fund (5-0)
• Approved originally drafted June 27, 2022 minutes with edits (3-2)

Historical Commission

The commission will hold public hearings for preservation determinations at 34 Garrison Road and 21 Fuller Brook Road. The meeting also includes waiver requests for properties on Alba Road, Brook Street, and Parker Road. Additionally, members will discuss renovated home ages and a Mass DOT project at Route 9 and Weston Road.

• Preservation determinations: 34 Garrison Road and 21 Fuller Brook Road
• Waiver requests: 11 Alba Road, 11-19 Brook Street, and 86 Parker Road
• Plaque Program update
• Review of Mass DOT project at Route 9 and Weston Road
• Discussion regarding age of renovated homes

The Commission voted on whether to preferably preserve two homes and granted waivers for two other projects. One property was designated for preservation, while another was not. A third waiver request was continued to a future meeting.

• Voted not to preferably preserve 34 Garrison Road (4-2-1)
• Voted to preferably preserve 21 Fuller Brook Road (7-0)
• Granted waiver for 11 Alba Road with conditions (7-0)
• Granted waiver for 11-19 Brook Street with conditions (7-0)
• Continued waiver hearing for 86 Parker Road to September 11, 2023 (7-0)

Historical Commission

The Wellesley Historical Commission will hold public hearings to consider whether two buildings should be preserved. The commission will also consider requests to reduce the delay period for demolitions at three other locations.

• Preservation determination for 34 Garrison Road
• Preservation determination for 21 Fuller Brook Road
• Delay period reduction for 11-19 Brook Street
• Delay period reduction for 11 Alba Road
• Delay period reduction for 86 Parker Road

Playing Fields Task Force

The Playing Fields Task Force will review field applications and provide updates on several projects. These updates include the Field Utilization Study, WHS Track and Field, and Sprague Bathrooms. The group will also discuss field linings.

• Field Applications
• Field Utilization Study update
• WHS Track and Field update
• Sprague Bathrooms update
• Discussion on field linings

The Task Force approved permit applications for youth sports user groups and several additional fall requests. The board also received updates on the Field Utilization Study and the High School Track and Field project.

• Approved June 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Youth Sports User Group permits for fall season
• Approved Freight Train Lacrosse permit for Saturdays at Hunnewell Grass
• Approved St. John's School afterschool weekday permit at Warren Recreation
• Approved Cub Scouts rocket launch permit at Kelly for 9/10/23
• Approved Barefoot Soccer overnight permit at Diane Warren Multipurpose Field

Wetlands Protection Committee

The committee will consider several new applications for construction and land management in protected areas. The agenda also includes updates on gas main replacement and notices of violations.

• New application for a patio and retaining wall at 14 Lexington Rd
• Request to rebuild an existing deck at 30 Cleveland Rd
• Plan to manage invasive species and replace a bridge at 8 Old Farm Rd
• Notification of gas main replacement at Overbrook Dr and High Ledge Av
• Continued review of house reconstruction at 45 White Oak Rd

The Wetlands Protection Committee issued an Order of Conditions for a residential rebuild at 45 White Oak Rd and granted a negative determination for a deck project at 30 Cleveland Rd. The committee also delegated signing authority to the Wetlands Administrator.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 45 White Oak Rd rebuild (4-0)
• Approved waiver of performance standards for 45 White Oak Rd (4-0)
• Returned $500 waiver fee check for 45 White Oak Rd (4-0)
• Issued negative determination for deck rebuild at 30 Cleveland Rd (4-0)
• Issued positive determination for vegetation and bridge work at 8 Old Farm Rd (4-0)
• Delegated WPC signatures to Wetlands Administrator Julie Meyer (4-0)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Continued hearing for 14 Lexington Rd to August 31, 2023

Board of Library Trustees

The meeting includes updates on the Foundation, Friends, and the Library Director. Discussion topics include fines and fees, a solar project, and cybersecurity assessments.

• Solar Project
• Fines & Fees
• State Aid Annual Request
• Internet & Network Cyber Security Assessment

The Board approved spending $41,500 from State Aid for various annual expenses and $5,000 from the Norman Dorian Fund for large print books. Trustees also agreed to seek a contract for the Library Director via a Special Town Meeting warrant article.

• Approved June 14, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted $100 donation to Director’s Fund from Roger Hearn (unanimous)
• Appropriated $41,500 from State Aid for annual expenses (unanimous)
• Appropriated $5,000 from Norman Dorian Fund for Large Print Books (unanimous)
• Approved up to $400 from Director’s Fund for Trustee Retreat (unanimous)
• Agreed to pursue a Library Director contract via Special Town Meeting warrant article

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a contract award for sidewalk and curbing work. The agenda also includes an easement relocation at 49 Cranmore Road and well applications for Peirce Road and Old Farm Road.

• Contract award for sidewalks and curbing installation and replacement
• Sewer and drainage easement relocation at 49 Cranmore Road
• Irrigation well application for 9 Peirce Road
• jon Well application for 20 Old Farm Road

The Board of Public Works awarded a sidewalk and curbing contract to M. Neves Inc. and approved two irrigation well applications. The Board also approved a sewer and drainage easement relocation for a residential project. A separate meeting will be scheduled to address drainage concerns raised by residents of 9 Geraldine Drive.

• Awarded Contract 24C-420-1720 for Sidewalks and Curbing Installations and Replacement to M. Neves Inc. for $191,725.00 (3-0)
• Approved abandonment of existing utility and sewer easements and grant of new sewer and drainage easement for 49 Cranmore Road (3-0)
• Approved irrigation well application for 9 Peirce Road (3-0)
• Approved irrigation well application for 20 Old Farm Road (3-0)

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission is holding a retreat to review FY24 annual goals and discuss potential objectives for 2024. Proposed topics include expanding the tree canopy, managing town forests, and evaluating gas-powered leaf blower regulations.

• Exploring gas-powered leaf blower regulations
• Developing a private tree planting initiative via Tree Bank Funds
• Evaluating the Wetlands Administrator position classification
• Developing a long-term active recreation capital improvement plan
• Preparing for dredging at Duck and Reeds

The Natural Resources Commission held a two-day retreat to establish its 2024 focus areas and operational structure. The commission finalized a list of objectives regarding climate, staffing, recreation space, land conservation, pond health, and encroachment policy. It also agreed upon specific commissioner roles and liaison assignments.

• Finalized 2024 Objectives and Action Steps
• Appointed Bea Bezmalinovic as Chair
• Appointed Jay McHale as Vice-Chair
• Appointed Lisa Collins as Secretary
• Assigned Bea Bezmalinovic as CPC liaison (effective Nov 2023)
• Assigned Laura Robert as Trails and Wetlands liaison
• Assigned Lisa Collins as PFTF and 3R Working Group liaison

Human Resources Board

The Human Resources Board will consider requests regarding employment actions. This includes establishing a new position for the Department of Public Works and a re-hire above the midpoint for the Finance department. The board will also receive an update on current HR vacancies.

• Request to establish a DPW position
• Request for a Finance re-hire above the midpoint
• Update on HR vacancies

The Board approved the modification of the Water and Sewer Systems Engineer position into a Water & Sewer Operations Analyst role. It also approved the re-hiring of Tricia Lamarre as Payroll Manager. The Board discussed current vacancies for the HR Director and Assistant HR Director positions.

• Approved modifying Water and Sewer Systems Engineer position to Water & Sewer Operations Analyst (Unanimous)
• Approved re-hiring Tricia Lamarre as Payroll Manager at $90,000 salary, 116% SIR, and 4 weeks vacation (Unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an application by Verdant Properties LLC. The proposal involves creating a circular drive at 85 Benvenue Street, which is a Scenic Road.

• Public hearing for scenic road application at 85 Benvenue Street
• Proposed creation of a circular drive between an existing and new curb cut

Planning Board

The meeting includes reviews for several large house modifications and an Approval Not Required Plan for 66 River Street/83 Walnut Street. The board will also discuss a curb cut at 85 Benvenue Street and a presentation on 200 Pond Road.

• Approval Not Required Plan (ANR) for 66 River Street/83 Walnut Street
• Partial release of escrow funds for 37 Ravine Road
• Presentation regarding 200 Pond Road
• Curb cut request at 85 Benvenue Street
• Large House Reviews for 35 Rice Street, 84 Washburn Avenue, and 21 Riverdale Road

The Planning Board approved a curb cut permit for Benvenue Street and two large house reviews. The board also endorsed an Approval Not Required plan and released a portion of escrow funds for a project on Ravine Road.

• Endorsed ANR for 66 River Street/83 Walnut Street (4-0)
• Approved partial release of bond for 37 Ravine Road in the amount of $129,890.00 (4-0)
• Approved Scenic Road Permit for 85 Benvenue Road curb cut (5-0)
• Continued LHR-20-05 – 35 Rice Street Major Modification to 8/21/23 (5-0)
• Approved LHR-23-02 – 84 Washburn Ave (4-0-1)
• Approved major modifications for LHR-21-14 – 21 Riverdale Road (5-0)

School Committee

The School Committee will consider approving a job description for an Administrative Assistant. The agenda also includes reviewing June 2023 gifts and donations and discussing focus areas for a committee retreat.

• Approval of job description for Administrative Assistant to the Director of Educational Technology and the Director of Libraries and Innovation
• New England Medical Billing Group payment request
• Review of June 2023 gifts and donations
• Planning for School Committee Retreat focus areas and meeting formats

The School Committee approved the creation of an Administrative Assistant position to support the Director of Educational Technology and the Director of Libraries and Innovation. The committee also accepted a consent agenda including June 2023 gifts and donations and previous meeting minutes.

• Approved Administrative Assistant to the Director of Technology and Director of Libraries and Innovation position (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including June 2023 Gifts and Donations and minutes from 06-20-2023 and 07-20-2023 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings for several properties, including continuances for 39 Atwood Street and 951 Worcester Street. The agenda also includes new hearings for various addresses on Worcester Street, Dunedin Road, and Pleasant Street. Additionally, the board will review a minor modification request for Bank of America at 342 Washington Street.

• Public hearing for 951 Worcester Street (Bike Realty LLC)
• Public hearings for 93, 96, 100, 110, and 112 Worcester Street (BCSP Wellesley Property LLC)
• Public hearing for 39 Atwood Street (David Coletta)
• Public hearing for 6 Dunedin Road (Jeffrey Hibbard)
• Minor modification request for 342 Washington Street (Bank of America)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit renewal for a drive-through and a modification for a garage addition. The Board also approved minor modifications to materials and structures for a Bank of America location.

• Approved minor modifications to windows, canopy, and chimney at 342 Washington Street (unanimous)
• Approved modification of existing special permit for garage at 39 Atwood Street, subject to updated plot plan (unanimous)
• Renewed special permit for drive-through at 951 Worcester Street for three years (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Wellesley Design Review Board will consider several sign permit applications, including requests for Shake Shack and Wellesley Middle School. The meeting also includes a minor construction review for the Clapp Library and a large house review.

• Sign application for Wellesley Middle School at 50 Kingsbury Street
• Special permit sign application for Shake Shack at 74 Central Street
• Minor construction review for Wellesley College Clapp Library at 106 Central Street
• Large house review for 52 Westgate
• Continued sign applications for 555 Washington Street and 141 Linden Street

The Board approved sign applications for Wellesley Middle School, FLYTE.70, and Shake Shack. It also approved minor construction for accessibility at the Wellesley College Clapp Library and a large house review for 52 Westgate Road.

• Approved Wellesley Middle School sign option #1 with recommendation for uniform font and size (4-0)
• Approved FLYTE.70 smaller sign option and door signage (4-0)
• Continued HYP Studio sign application to 8/30/23 (4-0)
• Approved Shake Shack sign application with conditions for rear sign placement (4-0)
• Approved Wellesley College Clapp Library accessibility entrance and minor construction (4-0)
• Approved Large House Review for 52 Westgate Road (4-0)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a certificate of appropriateness for 42 Cottage Street and hold a discussion regarding 8 Cliff Road. The meeting also includes board reorganization and the approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (HDC 23-02) for 42 Cottage Street
• Discussion regarding 8 Cliff Road
• Board reorganization
• Approval of minutes from 10/11/22, 11/2/22, and 7/5/23

The Commission continued the Certificate of Appropriateness application for 42 Cottage Street to a future meeting to allow for more design detail. The board also approved two sets of previous meeting minutes.

• Continued HDC 23-02 – 42 Cottage Street Certificate of Appropriateness to September meeting (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for 11/2/22 and 7/5/23 (5-0)
• Postponed meeting minutes for 10/11/22 to September meeting

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application for 42 Cottage Street. The proposed project seeks to restore the existing dwelling with period windows and expand its footprint. The plan also includes the demolition of certain additions and a rear two-car garage.

• Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness (HDC 23-02)
• Proposed restoration and footprint expansion at 42 Cottage Street
• Demolition of existing two-car garage and some additions

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing regarding application HDC 23-02 for 42 Cottage Street. The proposal includes restoring the existing dwelling with period windows and expanding its footprint. The project also involves demolishing certain additions and a rear two-car garage.

• Public hearing for restoration and expansion at 42 Cottage Street
• Demolition of existing two-car garage at 42 Cottage Street

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Feasibility & Design Study for Morses Pond Beach and Bathhouse. Weston & Sampson will present an update on the project's progress. Residents are invited to ask questions and provide feedback.

• Public hearing: Morses Pond Beach and Bathhouse Feasibility & Design Study
• Weston & Sampson presentation/update

The commission held a remote meeting to receive a presentation and update on the pond project from Weston & Sampson. No substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Wellesley Housing Authority

The board will review financial reports and approve July bill payments. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Barton Road and various housing policy updates.

• Approval of July Bill Payments/Warrant (Resolution #2023-45)
• Pet Policy (Resolution #2023-42)
• Amended Outdoor/Grounds Policy (Resolution #2023-43)
• Parking Policy (Resolution #2023-46)
• Discussion regarding Barton Road

Human Resources Board

The Human Resources Board will consider a request for a salary range adjustment in the Finance department and a hire above the midpoint for the Assessors department. The meeting also includes updates on HR recruiting and vacancies.

• Request for standing in range adjustment – Finance
• Request for hire above the midpoint – Assessors
• Approval of ratification list
• Update on MOA and HR vacancies

The Human Resources Board approved a hire above the standard rate for an Office Assistant and a range adjustment for a Budget and Finance Analyst. The Board also granted temporary offer-approval authority to the Acting Assistant HR Director.

• Approved hire above request for Christine Axbey as Office Assistant at $33.40 hourly (Unanimous)
• Approved standing in the range adjustment for Budget and Finance Analyst Paul Manganaro (Unanimous)
• Approved Acting Assistant HR Director Bahiya Sauer to temporarily approve offers up to midpoint of the range (Unanimous)
• Approved June 20, 2023 ratification list (3-0-1)

Retirement Board

The board will approve June 2023 minutes and recognize new members in the Health, Library, and DPW departments. Agenda items also include reviewing vouchers, cash books, and recent PERAC memos. The board will address an anticipated opening for a fifth member and a Select Board policy regarding employee conduct.

• Approval of June 27, 2023 minutes
• Recognition of new members in Health, Library, and DPW departments
• Review of vouchers and cash reconciliation
• Discussion of an anticipated opening for a fifth board member
• Review of Select Board Code of Conduct policy for municipal employees

The Board approved three financial warrants totaling over $1.37 million for pensions, annuities, and member refunds. The Board also voted in four new members to the retirement system and declined to adopt the municipal Code of Conduct at this time.

• Approved payroll warrant 20230630 for $1,220,842.36 (4-0)
• Approved bill warrant 202311 for $22,542.87 (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal warrant 202312 for $134,383.28 (4-0)
• Voted in four new members: Emily Whittaker-Smith, Joshua Spicer, Aaron Miller, and Demetrius Chandler
• Determined the Code of Conduct for Municipal Employees in Office Business Relationships need not be adopted at this time
• Approved open session minutes of July 25, 2023 (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several zoning and development items, including a presentation on 8 Cliff Road. The board will also consider reappointing Sheila Dinsmoor to the Design Review Board. Additionally, multiple Zoning Board of Appeals cases are scheduled for discussion.

• Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center project review (PSI-23-01)
• Reappointment of Sheila Dinsmoor to the Design Review Board
• Presentation regarding 8 Cliff Road
• Large House Review for 84 Washburn Avenue
• Review of multiple Zoning Board of Appeals cases

The Planning Board approved a project of significant impact for the Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center. The board also reappointed a member to the Design Review Board and approved the operational requirements for Accessory Dwelling Unit certifications.

• Approved PSI-23-01 Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center (4-0)
• Reappointed Shelia Dinsmoor to the Design Review Board for a one-year term (3-2)
• Approved operational requirements for Accessory Dwelling Unit Certificate of Compliance (4-0)
• Approved Planning Board Minutes for 5/15/23, 5/22/23, and 6/20/23 (4-0)
• Continued LHR-23-02 84 Washburn Avenue to 8/7/23 (4-0)
• Recommended approval for ZBA-2023-42 93 Worcester Street standing signs
• Recommended approval for ZBA-2023-43 96, 100, 112 Worcester Street standing signs
• Recommended delay of action for ZBA-2023-44 6 Dunedin Road and ZBA-2023-45 53 Pleasant Street

Community Preservation Committee

The Community Preservation Committee and Select Board held a joint meeting to discuss a CPA deed restriction for North 40. The CPC portion of the meeting was scheduled to begin at 8:35 p.m.

• CPA Deed Restriction for North 40

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board will meet to discuss personnel contracts, including a contract for the Interim Fire Chief. The board will also consider a conservation restriction for the North 40 project and business license changes. Additionally, performance reviews and compensation for the Police Chief and Executive Director are on the agenda.

• Contract for Interim Fire Chief
• Conservation Restriction Designation for CPC Funded Portion of North 40
• Change of Owner for Common Victualler License for Dominoe’s Pizza at 868 Worcester Street
• Temporary Outdoor Seating for Café Mangal on Grove Street
• Performance reviews and compensation for the Police Chief and Executive Director

The Select Board approved the FY24 Priorities and Departmental Work Plan and finalized performance evaluations and 2% salary increases for the Executive Director and Police Chief. The Board also approved a Memorandum of Agreement designating the Executive Director as the supervisor for the Human Resources Director.

• Approved Memorandum of Agreement designating Executive Director as HR Director supervisor (3-1-1)
• Approved Select Board Priorities and Departmental Work Plan for FY24 (4-1)
• Approved FY24 composite performance evaluation for Executive Director Meghan Jop (5-0)
• Approved 2% performance salary increase for Meghan Jop (5-0)
• Approved FY24 Goals for Executive Director as originally proposed (3-2)
• Approved FY24 composite performance evaluation for Police Chief Jack Pilecki (5-0)
• Approved 2% performance salary increase for Police Chief Jack Pilecki (5-0)
• Approved amended FY24 Goals for Police Chief Jack Pilecki (5-0)

School Committee

The Wellesley School Committee will meet to review reports and hold an administrative team retreat. The committee will also consider approving an updated job description for the Director of DE&I.

• Approval of updated Director of DE&I Job Description

The School Committee approved a revised job description for the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The role maintains a co-supervisory structure with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning to support the Multilingual Learner Education department.

• Approved updated DEI Director job description (3-0)

Board of Health

The Wellesley Board of Health will hold a remote meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes reports from the Director and Nurse Supervisor, as well as a discussion regarding an HRS contract.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• HRS Contract

The Board of Health approved a contract for Human Relations Services and granted an irrigation well variance for a specific property. The Board also reviewed department staffing changes and received reports on Narcan distribution and opioid settlement funds.

• Approved meeting minutes from 3/14/23, 3/16/23, and 5/25/23
• Approved Human Relations Services (HRS) contract
• Approved irrigation well variance at 20 Old Farm Rd

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellesley Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing regarding case ZBA 2023-41. This item concerns the Tenacre Country Day School Corporation located at 78 Benvenue Street.

• Public hearing for ZBA 2023-41 (Tenacre Country Day School Corporation) at 78 Benvenue Street

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing regarding a proposal by Tenacre Country Day School Corporation to relocate the Appledore building and construct a new design center. No final decision was recorded in the minutes; the board discussed requirements for a Construction Management Plan, parking, and stormwater management.

Wetlands Protection Committee

The committee will review several applications for construction and property changes within wetland areas. They will also address enforcement matters, including notices of potential violations at 22 Wilson St and 53 Croton St.

• Notice of Violation at 53 Croton St regarding fire-fighting foam in Indian Springs Brook
• Proposed house reconstruction at 45 White Oak Rd within a stream buffer zone
• Application for sports lighting and sound systems at 55 Rice St
• Enforcement order for landscape debris dumping at 721 Worcester St
• Proposed addition at 8 Royalston Rd in the Riverfront Area

The Wetlands Protection Committee issued negative determinations for projects at 8 Royalston Rd, 81 Croton Street, and 50 Windsor Rd. The committee also approved an Amended Order of Conditions for 55 Rice St and ratified an Enforcement Order for 721 Worcester St.

• Approved May 25, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Ratified draft Enforcement Order for 721 Worcester St (4-0)
• Delegated WPC signatures to Administrator Julie Meyer (4-0)
• Issued negative determination for 8 Royalston Rd (4-0)
• Issued negative determination for 81 Croton Street (4-0)
• Issued negative determination for 50 Windsor Rd (4-0)
• Approved Amended Order of Conditions for 55 Rice St (4-0)
• Continued hearings for 58 Russell Rd and 45 White Oak Rd

Council on Aging

The Board will review the Director's Report, including FY 2024 operating accounts and budgets. The agenda includes a vote on gift acceptance and updates regarding building renovations. Reports from the Finance and Strategic Plan working groups will also be provided.

• Vote on Gift Acceptance
• Review of FY 2024 Operating Account and Budgets
• Building update recap including kitchen presentation
• Plan for quarterly display of internal artists' work
• Updates from Finance and Strategic Plan working groups

The Board of Directors approved the June 15, 2023, meeting minutes and unanimously accepted several general donations. The board also discussed a strategic plan based on 27 interviews and reviewed enrollment data showing 1,200 unduplicated patrons since January 2023.

• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (with 3 abstentions)
• Unanimously voted to accept donations totaling $2,309 from various donors
• Moved August COA Board meeting from August 17 to August 24, 2023

Human Resources Board

The Human Resources Board will discuss vacancies within the HR Department. The board will also consider recommendations from the FY23 Advisory Committee Annual Report dated June 28, 2023.

• Discussion of HR Department vacancies
• Consideration of FY23 Advisory Committee Annual Report Recommendations

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission will discuss revisions to Sound Policy and other sections, as well as continue discussions on pickleball. The agenda also includes appointments to the Trails Committee and a report regarding pre-emption language in the 2023 Farm Bill.

• Trails Committee appointments
• Policy revisions for Section 2, Section 3, and Sound Policy
• Discussion on pickleball
• Centennial and Sisters of Charity property review
• Director's report on 2023 Farm Bill pre-emption language

The Natural Resources Commission approved the appointment of 10 candidates to the Trails Committee. The board also agreed to support a letter to legislators regarding preemption language in the Farm Bill. No permit requests were processed during the meeting.

• Approved full slate of 10 Trails Committee appointments (3-0)
• Approved June 15 and June 7 Public Forum minutes (3-0)
• Agreed to support a letter to legislators regarding Farm Bill preemption language

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review several sign applications for various local businesses. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a project of significant impact at Wellesley College and board reappointments.

• Sign application: Flyte.70 (555 Washington Street)
• Sign application: TD Bank (999 Worcester Street)
• Sign application: Alta Strada (92 Central Street)
• Sign applications for The Goddard School and HYP Studio (141 Linden Street)
• Project of Significant Impact: Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center (106 Central Street)

The Board approved a Project of Significant Impact for Wellesley College at 106 Central Street and four separate business sign applications. Two sign applications were continued to the August 2 meeting. The Board also recommended a member for a one-year term.

• Recommended Ms. Dinsmoor for a one-year term to the DRB (3-0)
• Approved TD Bank sign application at 999 Worcester Street (3-0)
• Approved Alta Strada sign application at 92 Central Street (3-0)
• Approved The Goddard School sign application at 141 Linden Street (3-0)
• Approved Color Me Nail Spa sign application at 9 Washington Street (3-0)
• Approved Wellesley College Project of Significant Impact at 106 Central Street (3-0)
• Continued FLYTE.70 sign application at 555 Washington Street to 8/2/23 (3-0)
• Continued HYP STUDIO sign application at 141 Linden Street to 8/2/23 (3-0)

Select Board

This meeting is a Select Board retreat focused on planning and policy. The board will review the FY24 draft goals and work plan, as well as liaison assignments and various committee policies.

• Discussion of FY24 Draft Goals and Work Plan
• Discussion of Liaison Assignment
• Vote on Policy Subcommittee
• Discussion of Draft Appointments Policy

The Select Board approved the creation of a policy subcommittee and appointed two members to serve on it. The Board also reviewed the FY 2024 draft goals and work plan and deferred discussion on the Appointment Policy.

• Approved policy subcommittee policy (3-1)
• Appointed Ms. Aufranc and Mr. Ulfelder to the Policy Subcommittee
• Deferred discussion of Appointment Policy to the next meeting

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold public hearings to consider whether buildings at 51 Boulder Brook Road and 41 Audubon Road should be preferably preserved. This review applies to dwellings constructed on or before December 31, 1949, that are intended for demolition.

• Preservation determination for 51 Boulder Brook Road
• Preservation determination for 41 Audubon Road

Historical Commission

The Wellesley Historical Commission will hold public hearings regarding preservation determinations for properties on Boulder Brook Road and Audubon Road. The agenda also includes a review of Mass DOT retrofits at Route 9 and Weston Road. Members will discuss the age of renovated homes and update waiver submission guidelines.

• Public hearings for 51 Boulder Brook Road and 41 Audubon Road
• Review of Mass DOT Project #609473-District 6 Retro Fits at Route 9 and Weston Road
• Preservation determination update for 140 Weston Road
• Review of waiver submission guidelines

The Commission voted to preferably preserve one property and declined to preserve another. The board also approved several sets of minutes from 2021 and received updates on the plaque program and a MassDOT project.

• Voted to preferably preserve 51 Boulder Brook Road (4-3)
• Voted not to preferably preserve 41 Audubon Road (5-2)
• Approved minutes from 6/14/21, 8/19/21, 9/13/21, 10/5/21, 11/8/21, and 12/13/21 (6-0-1)

Planning Board

The Wellesley Planning Board is holding its annual retreat to review the previous fiscal year and establish priorities for FY24. The meeting includes electing new officers, reappointing Sheila Olson, and discussing upcoming initiatives such as potential development projects.

• Election of Officers for FY24
• Reappointment of Sheila Olson
• FY23 Review
• Discussion of FY24 bylaw and rules updates
• Planning Department organization and recruitment discussion

The Planning Board elected its officers for FY24 and identified key priorities for the upcoming year, including MBTA Community Zoning and the Cedar Street/Barton Road area. Members assigned themselves as point people for various projects and discussed the allocation of $75,000 for planning studies.

• Elected Tom Taylor as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Kathleen Woodward as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Elected Marc Charney as Secretary (4-0)
• Reappointed Sheila Olson as associate board member (4-0)
• Assigned Marc Charney as point person for MBTA Community Zoning, 8 Cliff project, and ADU rules
• Assigned Kathleen Woodward as point person for climate action planning and tree bylaw updates
• Assigned Tom Taylor as point person for 8 Cliff project and 150 Cedar Street area redevelopment

Council on Aging

The Facilities Management Department will provide a preliminary update regarding the kitchen project at the Tolles Parsons Center. Dick Elliott will lead the presentation.

• Preliminary update on the kitchen project

Affordable Housing Trust (formerly WHDC)

The WHDC Board of Directors will meet to discuss architectural plans for the 156 Weston Road project. The board will also discuss potential revisions to the Affordable Housing Policy and vote on meeting minutes.

• Architectural plans for 156 Weston Road
• Revisions to Affordable Housing Policy
• Vote on meeting minutes

The Board reviewed architectural plans for modest interior modifications to 156 Weston Road, including stair relocation and heat pump installation. The Board also discussed the need for a comprehensive affordable housing policy that includes workforce housing. No formal votes were taken on the project or policy.

• Held minutes until the next meeting
• Discussed interior modification options for 156 Weston Road
• Discussed requirements for a comprehensive affordable housing policy

Miscellaneous Committees

The board is meeting to review financial performance and the proposed FY24 budget. The agenda also includes updates on health carriers, vendors, and steering committee vacancies.

• Vote on the proposed FY24 budget
• Review of FY23 performance versus expectations
• Approval of February 15 and March 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Overview of Steering Committee vacancies

Historical Commission

The Plaque Program Subcommittee will discuss the current status of the plaque program. The meeting also includes a review, discussion, and potential approval of plaque profiles submitted by Neil Larson & Associates.

• Discussion on the current status of the plaque program
• Review and possible approval of plaque profiles from Neil Larson & Associates

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider approving a SCADA contract and hold a follow-up discussion on water and sewer rates. The agenda also includes updates regarding PFAS, asset management, and the Recycling & Disposal Facility.

• SCADA contract approval
• Water and sewer rates follow-up discussion
• PFAS update
• Asset Management Update presentation
• Recycling & Disposal Facility update

The Board of Public Works awarded a contract to Woodard and Curran for the maintenance of the SCADA water treatment control system. The Board also approved previous meeting minutes and entered executive session to discuss PFAS litigation.

• Awarded Contract 24P-470-1718 to Woodard and Curran for SCADA system maintenance for $60,460.80 (3-0)
• Approved Open Session Minutes of June 13, 2023 (2-0)
• Approved Executive Session Minutes of May 9, 2023 (3-0)
• Voted to enter Executive Session to discuss PFAS litigation (3-0)

Select Board

The Select Board will interview two candidates for the position of Interim Fire Chief. The meeting also includes votes on tentative union contracts for library staff and a discussion regarding Wellesley College Health and Counseling Center. Additionally, the board will review draft subcommittee policies.

• Interview and vote for Interim Fire Chief (Todd Germain and David Soar)
• Vote on tentative union contracts for Wellesley Free Library staff associations
• Discussion of PSI recommendation for Wellesley College Health and Counseling Center
• Approval of $5,000 labor donation for Station Oak maintenance
• Review of draft subcommittee policy

The Select Board appointed David Soar as interim Fire Chief and voted to join a class action lawsuit regarding PFAS litigation. The Board also approved union contracts for library staff and supervisors and accepted a $5,000 gift for tree services.

• Appointed David Soar as interim Fire Chief subject to contract negotiations (5-0)
• Approved joining the legal services agreement for PFAS action litigation (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Wellesley Free Library Staff and Supervisor Associations (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 gift from Hartney Greymont for Station Oak tree services (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to Planning Board for Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center project (5-0)

Human Resources Board

The Human Resources Board will meet on July 10, 2023. The agenda includes a vote to enter executive session to discuss strategies for negotiating contracts with non-union personnel.

• Vote to enter Executive Session regarding strategy for contract negotiations with non-union personnel

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a Project of Significant Impact for the Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center. The agenda also includes several Large House Reviews and a site plan review for Tenacre Country Day School. Additionally, the board will conduct an interview for a prospective Design Review Board member.

• Project of Significant Impact: Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center
• Large House Review: 35 Rice Street
• Large House Review: 35 Pembroke Road
• Large House Review: 20 Oakland Street
• Site Plan Review: Tenacre Country Day School

The Planning Board approved major modifications for three residential properties and nominated Mark Wendell to the Design Review Board. Several other projects, including a Wellesley College health center, were continued to a later meeting.

• Nominated Mark Wendell to the DRB for a three-year term (3-0)
• Approved major modification for LHR-21-10 - 35 Pembrooke Road (3-0)
• Approved LHR-20-05 - 20 Oakland Street with conditions regarding bond language and planting (3-0)
• Approved LHR-22-06 - 365 Worcester Street with conditions regarding bond language and planting (3-0)
• Continued PSI-23-01 - Wellesley College Health & Counseling Center to 7/24/23 (3-0)
• Continued LHR-20-05 - 35 Rice Street to 7/24/23 (3-0)
• Continued LHR-23-02 - 84 Washburn Avenue to 7/24/23 (3-0)
• Delayed ZBA action on Tenacre Country Day School pending a public hearing

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an application by Verdant Properties LLC. The proposal involves creating a circular drive between an existing curb cut and a new proposed curb cut at 85 Benvenue Street.

• Public hearing for scenic road application at 85 Benvenue Street
• Proposed creation of a circular drive by Verdant Properties LLC

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission is holding a retreat to review FY23 annual accomplishments and discuss FY24 annual goals. The agenda also includes a director evaluation and board reorganization.

• Review of FY23 Annual Accomplishments
• Review of FY24 Annual Goals
• Director Evaluation
• Board Reorganization

The Natural Resources Commission held a two-day retreat to define its focus areas for the upcoming year. The commission finalized its 2024 objectives and action steps and agreed upon commissioner roles and liaison assignments.

• Finalized 2024 Objectives and Action Steps
• Appointed Bea Bezmalinovic as Chair
• Appointed Jay McHale as Vice-Chair
• Appointed Lisa Collins as Secretary
• Assigned Bea Bezmalinovic as CPC liaison (effective Nov 2023)
• Assigned Laura Robert as Trails and Wetlands liaison
• Assigned Lisa Collins as PFTF and 3R Working Group liaison

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will discuss the Future of Clean Heat Bill (SD. 2105/H.3203). The meeting also covers the committee's role regarding new buildings and engagement with Wellesley Public Schools.

• Future of Clean Heat Bill (SD. 2105/H.3203)
• Committee role regarding new buildings
• Engagement with Wellesley Public Schools
• Outreach to Town Departments

The Committee voted to support specific concepts from the Future of Clean Heat Bill and authorized Lise Olney to testify at legislative hearings. Members also discussed sustainable building guidelines for new developments and engagement strategies for Wellesley Public Schools.

• Approved May 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes as amended
• Approved support for Future of Clean Heat Bill (SD. 2105/H.3203) concepts and Lise Olney's testimony at legislative hearings

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss a pickleball recommendation and update, as well as the FY 2023 surplus. Residents may participate via Citizen Speak by emailing [email protected] to receive a Zoom link.

• Pickleball recommendation & update
• FY 2023 Surplus

The Commission established specific days when pickleball play is prohibited at Perrin and Sprague courts. It also approved temporary lines at Schofield and authorized the hiring of enforcement staff to ensure rules are followed.

• Prohibited pickleball play at Perrin on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays (Unanimous)
• Prohibited pickleball play at Sprague on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays (Unanimous)
• Approved installation of temporary pickleball lines at Schofield (Unanimous)
• Authorized Director to hire temporary enforcement at Sprague and Perrin courts (Unanimous)

Natural Resources Commission (NRC)

The Natural Resources Commission will review lighting and restroom updates for Hunnewell Track and Field. The meeting also includes discussions on pickleball and the approval of specific policy revisions. Additionally, the commission will consider committee appointments and a permit request for an event in September.

• Hunnewell Track and Field restroom and lighting updates
• Approval of policy revisions for sections 1, 4-6, 7, and 8-10
• Discussion on pickleball
• Permit request for Mass at Hunnewell Track and Field on September 17, 2023
• Appointments to the Trails Committee and Wetlands Protection Committee

The Commission unanimously approved revisions to several sections of its policy handbook. The body also agreed to a short-term plan to limit pickleball hours and days and approved relining specific courts to manage noise impacts on residents.

• Approved policy handbook sections 1, 4-6, 7, and 8-10 as revised (unanimous)
• Approved limiting pickleball hours (9am-7pm) and play to 4 days per week
• Approved relining pickleball courts at Schofield and one court at Hunnewell
• Deferred appointments for Trails Committee and Wetlands Protection Committee
• Deferred approval of June 15, 2023 minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Wellesley Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct several public hearings regarding various properties. The board will also review a request for a minor modification determination at 14 Pine Plain Rd. One item involving 951 Worcester Street is scheduled to be continued to August 3, 2023.

• Minor modification determination for 14 Pine Plain Rd
• Public hearing for 199 Worcester St
• Public hearing for 43 Fiske Road
• Public hearing for 8 Martin Road
• Public hearing for 173 Worcester Street

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for vehicle sales at 199 Worcester Street and granted residential modifications and additions at 14 Pine Plain Road and 8 Martin Road. One request for a signage logo variance at 173 Worcester Street remained under discussion.

• Approved minor modification for mudroom and second-story bedroom at 14 Pine Plain Road (3-0)
• Approved special permit for 14 parking spaces to include vehicle sales at 199 Worcester Street (3-0)
• Approved special permit for additions at 8 Martin Road, conditioned on increased west side setback (3-0)

Human Resources Board

The Wellesley Human Resources Board is meeting remotely to conduct an open session and an executive session regarding a personnel issue. No other specific agenda items are listed.

• Executive session discussion regarding a personnel issue

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a certificate of appropriateness for 323 Washington Street. The agenda also includes board reorganization and the approval of the FY24 submittal and meeting calendar. Additionally, the commission will consider adopting a financial code of conduct.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 323 Washington Street (HDC 23-01)
• Board Reorganization
• Approval of FY24 Submittal and Meeting Calendar
• Adoption of Financial Code of Conduct

The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for gutter installation at 323 Washington Street. The board also adopted a Financial Code of Conduct and approved the FY24 meeting calendar.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for gutters at 323 Washington Street (4-0-1)
• Approved FY24 Submittal and Meeting Calendar (5-0)
• Adopted Financial Code of Conduct (5-0)

Historic District Commission

The Wellesley Historic District Commission will hold an online public hearing regarding application HDC 22-01. The Wellesley Historical Society, Inc. proposes installing gutters and drainpipes on a garage eave and repainting the building exterior.

• Public hearing for application HDC 22-01
• Installation of gutter and corrugated drainpipes on garage eave
• Exterior building repainting

Select Board

This meeting is limited to a call to order and an executive session. The board will discuss strategy related to litigation.

• Executive session regarding litigation strategy

Municipal Light Board

The Municipal Light Board will meet to elect officers for Fiscal Year 2024 and review financial results. The board will also consider approving the FY24 streetlight rate and awarding several infrastructure contracts.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024 streetlight rate
• Contract award for Cedar Street Substation control cabinets
• Contract award for 1500kVA Padmount Transformer for Devens
• Memorandum of Understanding for land at 4-8 and 20 Municipal Way
• Election of FY2024 Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary

The Board elected new officers effective July 1, 2023, and approved several infrastructure purchases including substation cabinets and a transformer. The Board also authorized bad debt write-offs and approved the FY24 town streetlight rate.

• Elected Scott Bender as Chair, Ned Hall as Vice Chair, and Jeff Wechsler as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 town streetlight rate of $0.141871/per kWh (unanimous)
• Authorized $176,375.00 purchase of supervisory cabinets from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized $83,268.00 purchase of a 1500 KVA Padmount Transformer from Power Sales Group (unanimous)
• Authorized write-off of $18,783.01 in FY23 bad debt and previous years' accounts (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum of understanding for BESS project licensing agreement at 4-8 Municipal Way (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 31 and June 15 open meetings and May 31 executive session

Planning Board

The Wellesley Planning Board will meet via Zoom to conduct routine business. The agenda includes public comments and the adoption of a notice regarding an accessory dwelling unit.

• Adoption of Notice of Accessory Dwelling Unit

The Planning Board approved the form homeowners must use for recording Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) at the Registry of Deeds. Town Counsel had previously reviewed and approved the form.

• Approved 'Notice of Accessory Dwelling Unit' Form (3-0)

Wetlands Protection Committee

The Wetlands Protection Committee is reviewing several applications for building additions and land use changes. These include proposals for house reconstructions, tree removals, and the installation of a security fence. The committee will also address administrative items regarding meeting room reservations.

• 7 Upson Rd: Proposed addition and driveway reconfiguration near Bogle Brook
• 45 White Oak Rd: Proposal to rebuild a single-family house near an intermittent stream
• 66 Walnut St: Request by Boston Gas Co to install a security fence
• 55 Rice St: Proposed installation of sports lighting poles and a sound system
• 50 Elmwood Rd: Request for the Town to check vegetation in Boulder Brook meadow

The Wetlands Protection Committee issued Orders of Conditions for two residential projects and a Negative Determination for a Boston Gas Co security fence. Several other hearings, including a request to amend conditions for sports lighting at 55 Rice St, were continued to July 20.

• Approved Order of Conditions for 7 Upson Rd (5-0)
• Approved Order of Conditions for 17 Cedar Brook Rd (5-0)
• Issued Negative Determination for 66 Walnut St Boston Gas Co project (5-0)
• Delegated WPC signatures to Administrator Julie Meyer (5-0)
• Tabled approval of May 25, 2023 minutes
• Cancelled standing reservation for Kingsbury meeting room
• Continued hearings for 58 Russell Rd, 45 White Oak Rd, and 55 Rice St to July 20

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss a pickleball recommendation and update from the June 20 School Committee meeting. The agenda also includes a review of the FY 2023 surplus and a director review.

• Pickleball recommendation and update
• FY 2023 Surplus review
• Director Review

The Commission accepted the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made, though the board discussed pickleball recommendations and the FY 2023 surplus.

• Approved June 20, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Human Resources Board

The meeting includes an open session for public comment and an executive session. The executive session will involve a discussion regarding a personnel issue.

• Discussion regarding a personnel issue in executive session

Design Review Board

The board will interview prospective members and review several development applications. These include major construction at 78 Benvenue Street and a retaining wall at 300 Wellesley Avenue. The agenda also includes outdoor dining and signage requests on Washington Street.

• Major construction at 78 Benvenue Street
• Retaining wall at 300 Wellesley Avenue
• Sign application for 555 Washington Street
• Outdoor dining for Café Mangal at 555 Washington Street
• Large house review at 84 Washburn Avenue

The Board approved construction projects for Tenacre Country Day School, Bank of America, and the Wellesley Country Club. It also approved outdoor dining for Café Mangal and roof repairs at 50 Central Street. One sign application for 555 Washington Street was continued to a later date.

• Recommended Mark Wendell for appointment to the Design Review Board (3-0)
• Approved major construction at 78 Benvenue Street (Tenacre Country Day School) (3-0)
• Approved minor construction modifications at 342 Washington Street (Bank of America) (3-0)
• Continued sign application for 555 Washington Street (Elena Frankel) to 7/19/23 (3-0)
• Approved retaining wall project at 300 Wellesley Avenue (Wellesley Country Club) (3-0)
• Approved outdoor dining for Café Mangal at 555 Washington Street (3-0)
• Approved roof repair at 50 Central Street (3-0)
• Approved project at 84 Washburn Avenue (3-0)

Select Board

The Wellesley Select Board will consider several labor contracts, including the Police Chief's contract and tentative agreements for DPW and library unions. The agenda also includes a vote on a tax agreement for a battery storage system and an update on housing.

• Police Chief contract
• Tentative union agreements for DPW, Library staff, and Police Dispatchers
• BESS Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Citizen’s Energy
• Use of Tailby Lot for Summer Movie Nights
• FY23 Year End Transfers

The Select Board approved a two-year contract extension for Police Chief Jack Pilecki and three union contract extensions for police dispatchers and DPW staff. The Board also authorized a tax agreement with Citizen's Energy and approved several board and committee appointments.

• Approved 2-year contract extension for Police Chief Jack Pilecki with 5% annual increase (5-0)
• Approved 3-year contract extension for Wellesley Police Department Dispatch Unit (5-0)
• Approved 3-year contract extension for AFSCME Local 335 Production Unit (5-0)
• Approved 3-year contract extension for AFSCME Local 335 Supervisors Unit (5-0)
• Approved Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Agreement with Wellesley BESS LLC (5-0)
• Approved MOU and License Agreement with Wellesley Municipal Light Plant (5-0)
• Approved board and committee appointments for Historical Commission, Climate Action Committee, Youth Commission, and Council on Aging (5-0)
• Authorized use of Tailby Parking Lot for Drive-In movie events (5-0)

Retirement Board

The board will approve the May 30, 2023 minutes and recent vouchers. The meeting includes recognizing new employees, recent retirees, and deaths within the retirement system. Additionally, the board will discuss electronic forms and review PERAC memos.

• Approval of May 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recognition of new members in Police, HR, Planning, and School departments
• Review of recent retirees from Library and DPW departments
• Approval of vouchers and review of cash books and reconciliation
• Discussion regarding electronic forms

The Board approved the May 30, 2023 meeting minutes and processed several new member and retiree entries. Two payment warrants totaling $50,114.13 were approved for refunds, rollovers, and administrative costs. The Board also established a partial policy allowing electronic signatures for specific membership forms.

• Approved open and executive session minutes for May 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Voted in retirees Debra Berenbaum, Alice Pedego, and Jean Leger
• Voted in new members Danilo Gerwatowski, Mayte Santisteban, Brad Downey, and Jean Sania
• Approved withdrawal warrant 202309 for $32,009.41 (5-0)
• Approved bill warrant 202310 for $18,104.72 (5-0)
• Approved use of electronic signatures for new member and beneficiary forms filed at hire

Miscellaneous Committees

The MWRTA Advisory Board will meet to consider approving the April 24, 2023 meeting minutes. The board is also scheduled to discuss and approve an A&E contract and the final FY24 budget.

• Approval of April 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion/approval of an A&E contract
• Discussion/approval of FY24 final budget
• FY24 board reorganization

Human Resources Board

The Human Resources Board will meet on June 28, 2023. The agenda includes an executive session regarding a personnel issue.

• Executive Session regarding a personnel issue

Planning Board